Silver Chalice 1174-3 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #CDC8D2, 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.
Ref. #CDC8D2 · 1174-3
Silver Chalice
59%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Silver Chalice Technical Profile
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Silver Chalice in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Silver Chalice in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSilver Chalice
Nearly identical
Vista PaintShy Violet
Shy Violet
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Stardust Evening
Valspar
Nearly identical
Winter Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Whispery Purple
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Grape Mist
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
French Taupe
Behr
Very similar
Lilac Luster
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Light Shadow
Kilz
Very similar
Tranquil Sea
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Air .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Telegrey 4
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Silver Chalice
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Silver Chalice.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Silver Chalice in your own space before committing.
What colors match Silver Chalice from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Silver Chalice are Shy Violet by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Stardust Evening by Valspar (a near-identical match), Winter Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Silver Chalice's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.