Pressed Violet CSP-520 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #8FA4C6, LRV 37 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Hydrangea from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8FA4C6 · CSP-520
Pressed Violet
37%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pressed Violet Technical Profile
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Pressed Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pressed 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 MoorePressed Violet
Nearly identical
BehrBlue Hydrangea
Blue Hydrangea
Behr
Nearly identical
Charisma Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Neptune'S Folly
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Never Blue
Kilz
Nearly identical
Bliss
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sapphire Fog
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lazy Day
Vista Paint
Very similar
Lazy Day
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cosmos
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pressed Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pressed Violet
#8FA4C6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8985AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pressed Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pressed 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 Pressed Violet.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pressed Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pressed Violet have?
Pressed Violet by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Pressed Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pressed Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pressed Violet are Blue Hydrangea by Behr (a near-identical match), Charisma Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), Neptune'S Folly by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pressed 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 Pressed Violet?
Pressed Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 36.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Related Reading
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 Pressed Violet's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.