Gray Violet 1014-5 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #9B8E8E, 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.
Ref. #9B8E8E · 1014-5
Gray Violet
28%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Gray Violet Technical Profile
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Gray Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gray Violet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGGray Violet
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsAshen Plum
Ashen Plum
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Lilac Gray
Valspar
Nearly identical
Auger Shell
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Heather Moor
Behr
Nearly identical
Silvered Purple
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sleepy Hollow
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Luberon
Vista Paint
Very similar
Forlorn
Kilz
Very similar
Sparrow
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Charleston Gray
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Telegrey 1
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gray Violet
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Gray Violet.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Gray Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gray Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gray Violet are Ashen Plum by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Lilac Gray by Valspar (a near-identical match), Auger Shell by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Gray Violet's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.