Thistled 245-3DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #C0B3C4, LRV 47 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Soft Amulet Violet from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C0B3C4 · 245-3DB
Thistled
47%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Thistled Technical Profile
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Thistled in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Thistled in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyThistled
Nearly identical
PPGSoft Amulet Violet
Soft Amulet Violet
PPG
Nearly identical
Midsummer Twilight
Valspar
Nearly identical
Exclusive Violet
Behr
Very similar
Velvet Dawn
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Wisteria Wish
Vista Paint
Very similar
Antique Heather
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lavender Lipstick
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Silk Scarf
Kilz
Very similar
Mauve Finery
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Air .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Agate Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Thistled
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Thistled
#C0B3C4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85A3
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Thistled
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Thistled 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 Thistled.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Thistled — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Thistled have?
Thistled by Dutch Boy has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Thistled in your own space before committing.
What colors match Thistled from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Thistled are Soft Amulet Violet by PPG (a near-identical match), Midsummer Twilight by Valspar (a near-identical match), Exclusive Violet by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Thistled'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 Thistled?
Thistled has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 47.4, 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
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 Thistled's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.