Purple Basil 1046-7 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #5C4450, LRV 7 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Grapes of Wrath from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5C4450 · 1046-7
Purple Basil
7%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Purple Basil Technical Profile
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Purple Basil in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Purple Basil in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPurple Basil
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsGrapes of Wrath
Grapes of Wrath
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Semi Sweet
Behr
Nearly identical
Plummy Rouge
Valspar
Very similar
Grape Soda
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Grape Soda
Vista Paint
Very similar
Chambourd
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Mature Grape
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Eggplant
Kilz
Very similar
Brinjal
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Great Aubergine!
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Create .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Red Lilac
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Purple Basil
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Purple Basil
#5C4450
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7F5454
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Purple Basil
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Purple Basil 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 Purple Basil.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Purple Basil — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purple Basil have?
Purple Basil by PPG has a warm (pink) 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 Purple Basil in your own space before committing.
What colors match Purple Basil from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Purple Basil are Grapes of Wrath by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Semi Sweet by Behr (a near-identical match), Plummy Rouge by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Purple Basil'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 Purple Basil?
Purple Basil has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.0, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Purple Basil's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.