Violet Petal 1382 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CEC0D2, LRV 56 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mauve It from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CEC0D2 · 1382
Violet Petal
56%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Violet Petal Technical Profile
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Violet Petal in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Violet Petal in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreViolet Petal
Nearly identical
BehrMauve It
Mauve It
Behr
Nearly identical
Sweet Scent
Kilz
Nearly identical
Wintery Violet
PPG
Nearly identical
Fragrant Snowbell
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Last of the Lilacs
Vista Paint
Very similar
Antique Heather
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Shadowed Rose
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Rhapsody Lilac
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Hampstead Heath
Valspar
Very similar
Sprout .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Violet Petal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Violet Petal
#CEC0D2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85A2
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Violet Petal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Violet Petal 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
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Violet Petal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Violet Petal have?
Violet Petal by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Violet Petal in your own space before committing.
What colors match Violet Petal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Violet Petal are Mauve It by Behr (a near-identical match), Pastel Violet by Behr (a near-identical match), Sweet Scent by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Violet Petal'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 Violet Petal?
Violet Petal has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 55.5, 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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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 Violet Petal's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.