Frosted Lilac 1173-3 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D3D1DC, estimated LRV 65 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Light Shadow from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #D3D1DC · 1173-3
Frosted Lilac
65%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Frosted Lilac Technical Profile
HEX Code#D3D1DC
RGB211, 209, 220
Estimated LRV64.6
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familygray
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Frosted Lilac
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Frosted Lilac
#D3D1DC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A085AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Frosted Lilac
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Frosted Lilac 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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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Frosted Lilac — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Frosted Lilac have?
Frosted Lilac by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Frosted Lilac from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Frosted Lilac are Light Shadow by Kilz (a close digital match), Tranquil Sea by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Winter Gray by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Frosted Lilac'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 Frosted Lilac?
Frosted Lilac has a estimated lightness value of 64.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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