Amethyst Wisteria 10RB 21/218 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #8478A0, LRV 21 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Queen of Sheba from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8478A0 · 10RB 21/218
Amethyst Wisteria
21%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Amethyst Wisteria Technical Profile
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Amethyst Wisteria in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Amethyst Wisteria in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGAmethyst Wisteria
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sQueen of Sheba
Queen of Sheba
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Smashed Grape
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Queen of Sheba
Vista Paint
Very similar
Velvet Evening
Valspar
Very similar
Plum Swirl
Behr
Very similar
Pearl Violet
RAL
Very similar
Belladona
Kilz
Very similar
Cheerful Crocus
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Purple Heart
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Mythical
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Amethyst Wisteria
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Amethyst Wisteria
#8478A0
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 Amethyst Wisteria
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Amethyst Wisteria 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 Wisteria.
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Amethyst Wisteria — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Amethyst Wisteria have?
Amethyst Wisteria by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Amethyst Wisteria in your own space before committing.
What colors match Amethyst Wisteria from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Amethyst Wisteria are Queen of Sheba by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Smashed Grape by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Grape Jam by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Amethyst Wisteria'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 Wisteria?
Amethyst Wisteria has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Why Amethyst Wisteria's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.