Violet Stone 2069-40 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #8F90B1, LRV 29 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fresh Lavender from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8F90B1 · 2069-40
Violet Stone
29%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Violet Stone Technical Profile
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Violet Stone in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Violet Stone 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 Stone
Nearly identical
PPGFresh Lavender
Fresh Lavender
PPG
Nearly identical
Lavender Spectacle
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Macaw
Valspar
Very similar
Purple Dreams
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Lily of the Nile
Behr
Very similar
King’s Court
Vista Paint
Very similar
Charcoal Dust
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Wonderland
Kilz
Very similar
Brave Purple
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Violet Stone
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Violet Stone
#8F90B1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9885AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Violet Stone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Violet Stone 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 Violet Stone.
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Violet Stone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Violet Stone have?
Violet Stone by Benjamin Moore has a cool (violet) 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 Stone in your own space before committing.
What colors match Violet Stone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Violet Stone are Fresh Lavender by PPG (a near-identical match), Lavender Spectacle by Hirshfield's (a very close match), Macaw by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Violet Stone'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 Stone?
Violet Stone has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.0, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Violet Stone's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.