Mink Violet 1252 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #806969, LRV 16 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Patchwork Plum from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #806969 · 1252
Mink Violet
16%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Mink Violet Technical Profile
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Mink Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mink 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 MooreMink Violet
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsPatchwork Plum
Patchwork Plum
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Autumn Ashes
Behr
Nearly identical
My Devoted
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Amazing Amethyst
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Berry Brandy
Valspar
Very similar
Rave Raisin
Vista Paint
Very similar
Granite Boulder
PPG
Very similar
Acoustic Brown
Kilz
Visible difference
Ranch House
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Platinum Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mink Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mink Violet
#806969
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A58E77
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mink Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mink 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 Mink 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.
Mink Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mink Violet have?
Mink Violet by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) 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 Mink Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mink Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mink Violet are Patchwork Plum by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Autumn Ashes by Behr (a near-identical match), My Devoted by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mink 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 Mink Violet?
Mink Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mink Violet's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.