Shrinking Violet 1162-5 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #5D84B1, estimated LRV 22 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wellspring from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #5D84B1 · 1162-5
Shrinking Violet
22%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Shrinking Violet Technical Profile
HEX Code#5D84B1
RGB93, 132, 177
Estimated LRV22.0
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandPPG
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Compare alternatives to Shrinking Violet
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Wellspring
Valspar
#5E85B2
Close digital match
Neon Blue
Behr
#5D83B3
Close digital match
Perfect Periwinkle
Sherwin-Williams
#6487B0
Close digital match
Just Chill
Kilz
#6888AC
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Benjamin Moore
#5C7FB8
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#5287B9
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#5E81C1
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#688DB1
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#4280B8
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#477BBD
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#3B83BD
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Colors That Work With Shrinking Violet
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shrinking Violet
#5D84B1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8584AE
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shrinking Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shrinking 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
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Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Shrinking Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shrinking Violet have?
Shrinking Violet by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue 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 Shrinking Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shrinking Violet are Wellspring by Valspar (a close digital match), Neon Blue by Behr (a close digital match), Neon Blue by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Shrinking 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 Shrinking Violet?
Shrinking Violet has a estimated lightness value of 22.0, 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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