Gray Violet 1014-5 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #9B8E8E, estimated LRV 28 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ashen Plum from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #9B8E8E · 1014-5
Gray Violet
28%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Gray Violet Technical Profile
HEX Code#9B8E8E
RGB155, 142, 142
Estimated LRV28.3
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 Familygray
BrandPPG
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#9B9092
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#9F9291
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Colors That Work With Gray Violet
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gray Violet
#9B8E8E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9985
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gray Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gray Violet 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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Gray Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gray Violet have?
Gray Violet by PPG has a warm (pink) 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 Gray Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gray Violet are Ashen Plum by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Lilac Gray by Valspar (a close digital match), Auger Shell by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Gray Violet'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 Gray Violet?
Gray Violet has a estimated lightness value of 28.3, 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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