Purplesaurus 143-5DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #A89CC5, LRV 36 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ode to Purple from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A89CC5 · 143-5DB
Purplesaurus
36%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Purplesaurus Technical Profile
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Purplesaurus in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Purplesaurus in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyPurplesaurus
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsOde to Purple
Ode to Purple
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Gateway to Paradise
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Grape Arbor
PPG
Nearly identical
Purple Vision
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Purpleheart
Valspar
Very similar
Snugglepuss
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Berry Frappé
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Fruit Punch
Kilz
Very similar
Highland Thistle
Behr
Very similar
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pearl Violet
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Purplesaurus
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Purplesaurus
#A89CC5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A585AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Purplesaurus
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Purplesaurus 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 Purplesaurus.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Purplesaurus — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purplesaurus have?
Purplesaurus by Dutch Boy has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Purplesaurus in your own space before committing.
What colors match Purplesaurus from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Purplesaurus are Ode to Purple by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Gateway to Paradise by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Grape Arbor by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Purplesaurus'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 Purplesaurus?
Purplesaurus has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 36.1, 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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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 Purplesaurus's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.