Lilac Time 1168-4 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A4ABBF, estimated LRV 41 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Upscale from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #A4ABBF · 1168-4
Lilac Time
41%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Lilac Time Technical Profile
HEX Code#A4ABBF
RGB164, 171, 191
Estimated LRV40.8
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familyneutral
BrandPPG
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Upscale
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#A5AABF
Close digital match
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#9EA6B9
Close digital match
Yukon Sky
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#A1A7B7
Close digital match
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#A3ABC5
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#A2A5B2
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Colors That Work With Lilac Time
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lilac Time
#A4ABBF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8E85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lilac Time
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lilac Time 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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Lilac Time — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lilac Time have?
Lilac Time by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Lilac Time from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lilac Time are Upscale by Behr (a close digital match), Purpley Puff by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Yukon Sky by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Lilac Time'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 Lilac Time?
Lilac Time has a estimated lightness value of 40.8, 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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