Lilac Time 1168-4 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A4ABBF, LRV 41 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Upscale from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A4ABBF · 1168-4
Lilac Time
41%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Lilac Time Technical Profile
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Lilac Time in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lilac Time in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGLilac Time
Nearly identical
BehrUpscale
Upscale
Behr
Nearly identical
Purpley Puff
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Yukon Sky
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Bonnie Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Dressed Damsel
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Spacious Sky
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Hazy Purple
Kilz
Very similar
Vesper Violet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Buffed Plum
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lilac Time
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Lilac Time in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lilac Time from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lilac Time are Upscale by Behr (a near-identical match), Purpley Puff by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Yukon Sky by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Lilac Time's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.