Silver Chalice 1174-3 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #CDC8D2, estimated LRV 59 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Shy Violet from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #CDC8D2 · 1174-3
Silver Chalice
59%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Silver Chalice Technical Profile
HEX Code#CDC8D2
RGB205, 200, 210
Estimated LRV58.9
UndertoneCool (Violet)
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 Familygray
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Silver Chalice
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Silver Chalice
#CDC8D2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Silver Chalice
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Silver Chalice 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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Silver Chalice — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Silver Chalice have?
Silver Chalice by PPG has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the gray 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 Silver Chalice from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Silver Chalice are Shy Violet by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Stardust Evening by Valspar (a close digital match), Winter Gray by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Silver Chalice'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 Silver Chalice?
Silver Chalice has a estimated lightness value of 58.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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