Royal Iris 43RB 07/249 is a purple paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #5D426A, estimated LRV 7 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Exotic Eggplant from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #5D426A · 43RB 07/249
Royal Iris
7%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Royal Iris Technical Profile
HEX Code#5D426A
RGB93, 66, 106
Estimated LRV7.3
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familypurple
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Royal Iris
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Royal Iris
#5D426A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#86597E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Royal Iris
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Royal Iris 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
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Royal Iris — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Royal Iris have?
Royal Iris by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the purple color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Royal Iris from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Royal Iris are Exotic Eggplant by Behr (a close digital match), Magenta Red Lips by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Royal Rajah by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Royal Iris'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 Royal Iris?
Royal Iris has a estimated lightness value of 7.3, 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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