Amethyst Haze 13-23 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A0A0AA, estimated 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.
PPG · #A0A0AA · 13-23
Amethyst Haze
36%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Amethyst Haze Technical Profile
HEX Code#A0A0AA
RGB160, 160, 170
Estimated LRV35.5
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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 Familygray
BrandPPG
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#9D9EA9
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#9DA0AB
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Colors That Work With Amethyst Haze
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Amethyst Haze from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Amethyst Haze are Masterpiece by Behr (a close digital match), Wisteria by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Masterpiece by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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