Nightshade Violet 10RB 14/132 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #6B637B, LRV 14 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Vintage Velvet from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6B637B · 10RB 14/132
Nightshade Violet
14%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Nightshade Violet Technical Profile
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Nightshade Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Nightshade Violet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGNightshade Violet
Nearly identical
Vista PaintVintage Velvet
Vintage Velvet
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Purple Passage
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Pearl Black Berry
RAL
Very similar
Grapes of Wrath
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Nightfall Sky
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Hyacinth Arbor
Behr
Very similar
Metropolis Lilac
Valspar
Very similar
Regal Purple
Kilz
Very similar
Purple Gumball
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Violaceous
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Wine Dark
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nightshade Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nightshade Violet
#6B637B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9871A0
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nightshade Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nightshade 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 Nightshade 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.
Nightshade Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nightshade Violet have?
Nightshade 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 Nightshade Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Nightshade Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nightshade Violet are Vintage Velvet by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Purple Passage by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Grapes of Wrath by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Nightshade 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 Nightshade Violet?
Nightshade Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Nightshade Violet's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.