Amethyst Haze 13-23 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A0A0AA, LRV 36 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Masterpiece from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A0A0AA · 13-23
Amethyst Haze
36%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Amethyst Haze Technical Profile
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Amethyst Haze in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Amethyst Haze in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGAmethyst Haze
Nearly identical
BehrMasterpiece
Masterpiece
Behr
Nearly identical
Wisteria
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Aviator Silver
Kilz
Nearly identical
Palace Walls
Valspar
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Very similar
Mysterious Mauve
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Baby Seal
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dusky Mood
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Winterfell
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Purpled Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Amethyst Haze
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Amethyst Haze
#A0A0AA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9985AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Amethyst Haze
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Amethyst Haze 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Amethyst Haze.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Amethyst Haze — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Amethyst Haze have?
Amethyst Haze by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Amethyst Haze in your own space before committing.
What colors match Amethyst Haze from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Amethyst Haze are Masterpiece by Behr (a near-identical match), Wisteria by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Masterpiece by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Amethyst Haze'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 Amethyst Haze?
Amethyst Haze has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.5, 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 Amethyst Haze's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.