Grape Glimmer 1249-3 is a purple paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #DCCAE0, LRV 63 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Classic Rose from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DCCAE0 · 1249-3
Grape Glimmer
63%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Grape Glimmer Technical Profile
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Grape Glimmer in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Grape Glimmer in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGGrape Glimmer
Nearly identical
KilzClassic Rose
Classic Rose
Kilz
Nearly identical
Euphoric Lilac
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Fragrant Flower
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sleepy Purple
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Plum’s the Word
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Pale Iris
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Little Touch
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Heather Rose
Behr
Very similar
First Lilac
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Sprout .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Grape Glimmer
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Grape Glimmer
#DCCAE0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85A0
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Grape Glimmer
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Grape Glimmer 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 Grape Glimmer.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Grape Glimmer — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Grape Glimmer have?
Grape Glimmer by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the purple color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Grape Glimmer in your own space before committing.
What colors match Grape Glimmer from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Grape Glimmer are Classic Rose by Kilz (a near-identical match), Euphoric Lilac by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Fragrant Flower by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Grape Glimmer'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 Grape Glimmer?
Grape Glimmer has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 62.8, 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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Why Grape Glimmer's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.