Cheerful Crocus 143-6DB is a neutral paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #7F7BA2, LRV 21 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Purple Twilight from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7F7BA2 · 143-6DB
Cheerful Crocus
21%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Cheerful Crocus Technical Profile
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Cheerful Crocus in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cheerful Crocus in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyCheerful Crocus
Nearly identical
PPGPurple Twilight
Purple Twilight
PPG
Nearly identical
Velvet Evening
Valspar
Nearly identical
Grape Jam
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Grape Gathering
Vista Paint
Very similar
Spring Purple
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Queen of Sheba
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Plum Swirl
Behr
Very similar
Lavender Blossom
Kilz
Very similar
Pearl Violet
RAL
Very similar
Mythical
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cheerful Crocus
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cheerful Crocus
#7F7BA2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9D85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cheerful Crocus
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cheerful Crocus 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 Dutch Boy Colors
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Cheerful Crocus — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cheerful Crocus have?
Cheerful Crocus by Dutch Boy 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 Cheerful Crocus in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cheerful Crocus from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cheerful Crocus are Purple Twilight by PPG (a near-identical match), Velvet Evening by Valspar (a near-identical match), Grape Jam by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Cheerful Crocus'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 Cheerful Crocus?
Cheerful Crocus has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.3, 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 Cheerful Crocus's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.