Purple Zinnia 246-4DB is a pink paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #B890A6, LRV 33 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Iris Reverie from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B890A6 · 246-4DB
Purple Zinnia
33%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Purple Zinnia Technical Profile
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Purple Zinnia in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Purple Zinnia in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyPurple Zinnia
Nearly identical
ValsparIris Reverie
Iris Reverie
Valspar
Nearly identical
Caribbean Sunset
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Palisade Orchid
PPG
Very similar
Fashionably Plum
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Blooming Lilac
Behr
Very similar
Historic Rose
Kilz
Very similar
Grapevine
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Fashionably Plum
Vista Paint
Very similar
Rosé
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Pastel Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Purple Zinnia
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Purple Zinnia
#B890A6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8587
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Purple Zinnia
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Purple Zinnia 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
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Purple Zinnia.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Purple Zinnia — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purple Zinnia have?
Purple Zinnia by Dutch Boy has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the pink color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Purple Zinnia in your own space before committing.
What colors match Purple Zinnia from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Purple Zinnia are Iris Reverie by Valspar (a near-identical match), Caribbean Sunset by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Palisade Orchid by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Purple Zinnia'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 Purple Zinnia?
Purple Zinnia has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 32.9, 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 Purple Zinnia's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.