Purplelicious 241-4DB is a neutral paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #8C97B0, estimated LRV 31 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Twilight Fever from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #8C97B0 · 241-4DB
Purplelicious
31%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Purplelicious Technical Profile
HEX Code#8C97B0
RGB140, 151, 176
Estimated LRV30.8
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 Familyneutral
BrandDutch Boy
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Colors That Work With Purplelicious
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Purplelicious
#8C97B0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8D85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Purplelicious
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Purplelicious 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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Purplelicious — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purplelicious have?
Purplelicious by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Purplelicious from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Purplelicious are Twilight Fever by Valspar (a close digital match), Florentine Blue by PPG (a close digital match), London Fog by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Purplelicious'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 Purplelicious?
Purplelicious has a estimated lightness value of 30.8, 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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