Purple Hyacinth 2073-40 is a pink paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #AB80A6, estimated LRV 27 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Purple Jewel from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #AB80A6 · 2073-40
Purple Hyacinth
27%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Purple Hyacinth Technical Profile
HEX Code#AB80A6
RGB171, 128, 166
Estimated LRV26.8
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familypink
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Purple Hyacinth
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Purple Hyacinth
#AB80A6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8594
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Purple Hyacinth
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Purple Hyacinth 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
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Purple Hyacinth — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purple Hyacinth have?
Purple Hyacinth by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the pink color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Purple Hyacinth from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Purple Hyacinth are Purple Jewel by Valspar (a close digital match), Purple Stripe by Valspar (a close digital match), Baroness by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Purple Hyacinth'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 Purple Hyacinth?
Purple Hyacinth has a estimated lightness value of 26.8, 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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