Smoky Grape 1174-5 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #9B8FA6, LRV 29 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Berry Cream from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9B8FA6 · 1174-5
Smoky Grape
29%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Smoky Grape Technical Profile
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Smoky Grape in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Smoky Grape in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSmoky Grape
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsBerry Cream
Berry Cream
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Lilac Blossom
Vista Paint
Very similar
Lilac Blossom
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pouty Purple
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Hazy Lilac
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Uptown Girl
Behr
Very similar
Berry Bloom
Kilz
Very similar
Lucent Purple
Valspar
Very similar
Purple Springs
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pastel Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smoky Grape
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smoky Grape
#9B8FA6
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 Smoky Grape
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smoky Grape 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 Smoky Grape.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Smoky Grape — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smoky Grape have?
Smoky Grape by PPG has a warm (pink) 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 Smoky Grape in your own space before committing.
What colors match Smoky Grape from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smoky Grape are Berry Cream by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Lilac Blossom by Vista Paint (a very close match), Lilac Blossom by Hirshfield's (a very close match) — the best options for getting Smoky Grape'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 Smoky Grape?
Smoky Grape has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Smoky Grape's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.