Chinaberry 1171-7 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #464960, LRV 7 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Suede Shoes from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #464960 · 1171-7
Chinaberry
7%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Chinaberry Technical Profile
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Chinaberry in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chinaberry in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGChinaberry
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsBlue Suede Shoes
Blue Suede Shoes
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Darkest Navy
Behr
Nearly identical
Blue Galaxy
Kilz
Nearly identical
Emperor
Valspar
Very similar
Approaching Storm
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
China Aster
Vista Paint
Very similar
China Aster
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Jellied
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Quixotic Plum
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Slate Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chinaberry
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chinaberry
#464960
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#675782
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chinaberry
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chinaberry 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 Chinaberry.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chinaberry — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chinaberry have?
Chinaberry by PPG has a cool (violet) 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 Chinaberry in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chinaberry from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chinaberry are Blue Suede Shoes by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Darkest Navy by Behr (a near-identical match), Blue Galaxy by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Chinaberry'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 Chinaberry?
Chinaberry has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.9, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Chinaberry's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.