Amethyst Wisteria 10RB 21/218 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #8478A0, estimated 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.
PPG · #8478A0 · 10RB 21/218
Amethyst Wisteria
21%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Amethyst Wisteria Technical Profile
HEX Code#8478A0
RGB132, 120, 160
Estimated LRV20.9
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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 Familyneutral
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Amethyst Wisteria
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Amethyst Wisteria from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Amethyst Wisteria are Queen of Sheba by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Smashed Grape by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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