Grape Glimmer 1249-3 is a purple paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #DCCAE0, estimated 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.
PPG · #DCCAE0 · 1249-3
Grape Glimmer
63%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Grape Glimmer Technical Profile
HEX Code#DCCAE0
RGB220, 202, 224
Estimated LRV62.8
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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 Familypurple
BrandPPG
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Compare alternatives to Grape Glimmer
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Classic Rose
Kilz
#DCCDE4
Close digital match
Euphoric Lilac
Sherwin-Williams
#DAC7DA
Close digital match
Fragrant Flower
Valspar
#DDC7DE
Close digital match
Sleepy Purple
Dutch Boy
#D8CADF
Close digital match
Plum’s the Word
Vista Paint
#DACBE4
Close digital match
Pale Iris
Benjamin Moore
#E4CDE1
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Little Touch
Hirshfield's
#E7CFE8
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Heather Rose
Behr
#E4D5EC
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First Lilac
Dunn-Edwards
#E7D6ED
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#E3DBF2
Visible digital difference
Calluna
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#CCC8CE
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Grape Glimmer
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Grape Glimmer from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Grape Glimmer are Classic Rose by Kilz (a close digital match), Euphoric Lilac by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Fragrant Flower by Valspar (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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