Roman Violet 1170-7 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #4D517F, LRV 9 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Am I Blue? from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4D517F · 1170-7
Roman Violet
9%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Roman Violet Technical Profile
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Roman Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Roman Violet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGRoman Violet
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsAm I Blue?
Am I Blue?
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Jazzy Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Mozart
Behr
Very similar
Altar of Heaven
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Fully Purple
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Violet
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sapphire Sequin
Kilz
Very similar
Bistro Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Altar of Heaven
Vista Paint
Very similar
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Brillant Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Roman Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Roman Violet
#4D517F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7B6699
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Roman Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Roman 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 Roman Violet.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Roman Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Roman Violet have?
Roman Violet by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Roman Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Roman Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Roman Violet are Am I Blue? by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Jazzy Blue by Valspar (a near-identical match), Homecoming Blue by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Roman 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 Roman Violet?
Roman Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.0, 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 Roman Violet's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.