Ash Grove 1172-4 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B9B3BF, LRV 46 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Livid Violet from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B9B3BF · 1172-4
Ash Grove
46%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Ash Grove Technical Profile
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Ash Grove in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ash Grove in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGAsh Grove
Nearly identical
ValsparLivid Violet
Livid Violet
Valspar
Nearly identical
Healing Lilac
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Aster
Behr
Nearly identical
African Violet
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Heather Hill
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Hyacinth Haze
Vista Paint
Very similar
Grape Mist
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Winter Dusk
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Boysenberry Cream
Kilz
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Air .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Agate Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ash Grove
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ash Grove
#B9B3BF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Ash Grove
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ash Grove 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 Ash Grove.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ash Grove — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ash Grove have?
Ash Grove by PPG has a cool (violet) 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 Ash Grove in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ash Grove from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ash Grove are Livid Violet by Valspar (a near-identical match), Healing Lilac by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Aster by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ash Grove'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 Ash Grove?
Ash Grove has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 46.3, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ash Grove's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.