Polished Purple 241-2DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #B8BFD3, estimated LRV 52 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sweet Juliet from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #B8BFD3 · 241-2DB
Polished Purple
52%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Polished Purple Technical Profile
HEX Code#B8BFD3
RGB184, 191, 211
Estimated LRV52.2
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandDutch Boy
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#B7BFD3
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Colors That Work With Polished Purple
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Polished Purple
#B8BFD3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8E85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Polished Purple
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Polished Purple 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
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Polished Purple — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Polished Purple have?
Polished Purple by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Polished Purple from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Polished Purple are Sweet Juliet by Behr (a close digital match), Lilac Macchiato by Valspar (a close digital match), Painter'S Periwinkle by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Polished Purple'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 Polished Purple?
Polished Purple has a estimated lightness value of 52.2, 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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