Ref. #4D4860 · DEA192
Violet Shadow
7%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Violet Shadow Technical Profile
What color is Violet Shadow? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #4D4860. Colors similar to Violet Shadow include Benjamin Moore Blackberry Wine, Behr Urban Legend, PPG Magic Spell. Violet Shadow has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 7, Violet Shadow creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Violet Shadow pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Violet Shadow
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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.
More gray colors from other brands
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 belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Violet Shadow from other brands?
The closest matches are Blackberry Wine by Benjamin Moore (#49455F), Urban Legend by Behr (#524A64), Magic Spell by PPG (#544F66). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Violet Shadow?
Violet Shadow has an LRV of 7.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Violet Shadow's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.