Heliotrope 1015-5 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A49491, LRV 31 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Monsoon from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A49491 · 1015-5
Heliotrope
31%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Heliotrope Technical Profile
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Heliotrope in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Heliotrope in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGHeliotrope
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsMonsoon
Monsoon
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Auger Shell
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Tribeca
Behr
Nearly identical
Channel Seal Gray
Valspar
Very similar
Luberon
Vista Paint
Very similar
Plum Punch
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mauve Blush
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Bush Buck
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Historic Monument
Kilz
Very similar
Charleston Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pearl Light Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Heliotrope
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Heliotrope
#A49491
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9F85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Heliotrope
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Heliotrope 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 Heliotrope.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Heliotrope — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Heliotrope have?
Heliotrope by PPG has a neutral 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 Heliotrope in your own space before committing.
What colors match Heliotrope from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Heliotrope are Monsoon by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Auger Shell by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Tribeca by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Heliotrope'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 Heliotrope?
Heliotrope has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 31.1, 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 Heliotrope's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.