Mineral Violet 10RB 36/082 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A39DAE, LRV 35 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ash Violet from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A39DAE · 10RB 36/082
Mineral Violet
35%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Mineral Violet Technical Profile
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Mineral Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mineral Violet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGMineral Violet
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsAsh Violet
Ash Violet
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Grayed Lilac
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Charm
Behr
Very similar
Butterfly Bush
Vista Paint
Very similar
Winter Amethyst
Valspar
Very similar
Butterfly Bush
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Fortnight Lily
Kilz
Very similar
Inspired
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Bay Fog
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mineral Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mineral Violet
#A39DAE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A785AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mineral Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mineral 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 Mineral 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.
Mineral Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mineral Violet have?
Mineral Violet by PPG has a cool (violet) 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 Mineral Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mineral Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mineral Violet are Ash Violet by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Grayed Lilac by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Charm by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Mineral 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 Mineral Violet?
Mineral Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.0, 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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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 Mineral Violet's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.