Ref. #736A86 · 1174-6
Purple Rain
16%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Purple Rain Technical Profile
What color is Purple Rain? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #736A86. Colors similar to Purple Rain include Behr Wine Frost, Behr Hyacinth Arbor, Vista Paint Vintage Velvet. Purple Rain has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 16, Purple Rain creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Purple Rain pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Purple Rain
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Purple Rain
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Purple Rain
#736A86
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A07CA7
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Purple Rain
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Purple Rain 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 Rain.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Purple Rain — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purple Rain have?
Purple Rain by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Purple Rain from other brands?
The closest matches are Wine Frost by Behr (#716B8C), Hyacinth Arbor by Behr (#6C6784), Vintage Velvet by Vista Paint (#6B6681). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Purple Rain?
Purple Rain has an LRV of 15.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Purple Rain's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.