Soft Amethyst 1178-4 is a pink paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #CFB7C9, estimated LRV 51 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Antique Heather from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #CFB7C9 · 1178-4
Soft Amethyst
51%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Soft Amethyst Technical Profile
HEX Code#CFB7C9
RGB207, 183, 201
Estimated LRV51.3
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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 Familypink
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Soft Amethyst
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Soft Amethyst
#CFB7C9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD858F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Soft Amethyst
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Soft Amethyst 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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Soft Amethyst — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Soft Amethyst have?
Soft Amethyst by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the pink 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 Soft Amethyst from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Soft Amethyst are Antique Heather by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Lavender Blessing by Hirshfield's (a very close match), Noteworthy by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Soft Amethyst'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 Soft Amethyst?
Soft Amethyst has a estimated lightness value of 51.3, 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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