Violet Shadow DEA192 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #4D4860, LRV 7 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blackberry Wine from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4D4860 · DEA192
Violet Shadow
7%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Violet Shadow Technical Profile
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Violet Shadow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Violet Shadow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsViolet Shadow
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreBlackberry Wine
Blackberry Wine
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Urban Legend
Behr
Nearly identical
Jellied
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Magic Spell
PPG
Very similar
Jazlyn
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Emperor
Valspar
Very similar
Blue Galaxy
Kilz
Very similar
Royal Treatment
Vista Paint
Very similar
Quixotic Plum
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Slate Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Violet Shadow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Violet Shadow
#4D4860
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#775883
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Violet Shadow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Violet Shadow 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Violet Shadow.
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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Violet Shadow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Violet Shadow have?
Violet Shadow by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (violet) 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 Violet Shadow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Violet Shadow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Violet Shadow are Blackberry Wine by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Urban Legend by Behr (a near-identical match), Jellied by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Violet Shadow'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 Shadow?
Violet Shadow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.1, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Violet Shadow's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.