Antique Violet 50BB 46/091 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B0B4C7, LRV 46 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spacious Sky from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B0B4C7 · 50BB 46/091
Antique Violet
46%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Antique Violet Technical Profile
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Antique Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Antique Violet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGAntique Violet
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsSpacious Sky
Spacious Sky
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Blue Viola
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Hush Lilac
Kilz
Very similar
Favorite Things
Vista Paint
Very similar
Wintered Morn
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Peri Wink
Valspar
Very similar
Upscale
Behr
Very similar
Buffed Plum
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Modern Lavender
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Antique Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Antique Violet
#B0B4C7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9285AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Antique Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Antique Violet 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 Antique Violet.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Antique Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Antique Violet have?
Antique Violet by PPG has a neutral 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 Antique Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Antique Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Antique Violet are Spacious Sky by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Blue Viola by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Antique Violet'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 Antique Violet?
Antique Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 46.0, 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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