Hint of Violet 2114-60 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DDD5D4, LRV 68 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Orchid Blush from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DDD5D4 · 2114-60
Hint of Violet
68%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Hint of Violet Technical Profile
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Hint of Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hint of Violet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreHint of Violet
Nearly identical
ValsparOrchid Blush
Orchid Blush
Valspar
Nearly identical
Plum Proud
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Misted Mauve
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Mocha Ice
Behr
Nearly identical
Balanced
PPG
Nearly identical
Geyser
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Smart White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Great White
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Lavender Bikini
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Barely Mocha
Kilz
Very similar
Light Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hint of Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hint of Violet
#DDD5D4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9E85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hint of Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hint of Violet Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Hint of Violet.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hint of Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hint of Violet have?
Hint of Violet by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Hint of Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hint of Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hint of Violet are Orchid Blush by Valspar (a near-identical match), Plum Proud by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Misted Mauve by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Hint of Violet's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Hint of Violet?
Hint of Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 67.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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