Ref. #816D95 · 17-07
Crowning Glory
18%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Crowning Glory Technical Profile
What color is Crowning Glory? It's a deep warm neutral with the hex code #816D95. Crowning Glory has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 18, Crowning Glory creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Crowning Glory pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Crowning Glory
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Crowning Glory
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Crowning Glory
#816D95
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.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Crowning Glory
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Crowning Glory 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 Crowning Glory.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Crowning Glory — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crowning Glory have?
Crowning Glory by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Crowning Glory from other brands?
The closest matches are Pearl Violet by RAL (#8673A1), Queen of Sheba by Vista Paint (#807497), Poets Purple by Kilz (#856691). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Crowning Glory?
Crowning Glory has an LRV of 17.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Crowning Glory's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.