Gothic Amethyst 1046-5 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A38B93, LRV 28 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mellow Mauve from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A38B93 · 1046-5
Gothic Amethyst
28%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Gothic Amethyst Technical Profile
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Gothic Amethyst in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gothic Amethyst in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGGothic Amethyst
Nearly identical
ValsparMellow Mauve
Mellow Mauve
Valspar
Nearly identical
Blackberry Mocha
Behr
Very similar
Thistle
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Muskoka Dusk
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Silvered Purple
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Plumville
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Rosabella
Vista Paint
Very similar
Historic Rose
Kilz
Very similar
Cut Heather
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sulking Room Pink
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pastel Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gothic Amethyst
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gothic Amethyst
#A38B93
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8B85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gothic Amethyst
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gothic Amethyst 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 Gothic Amethyst.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gothic Amethyst — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gothic Amethyst have?
Gothic Amethyst by PPG has a warm (pink) 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 Gothic Amethyst in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gothic Amethyst from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gothic Amethyst are Mellow Mauve by Valspar (a near-identical match), Blackberry Mocha by Behr (a very close match), Dream Sunset by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Gothic Amethyst'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 Gothic Amethyst?
Gothic Amethyst has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 28.4, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Gothic Amethyst's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.