Soft Amethyst 1178-4 is a pink paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #CFB7C9, 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.
Ref. #CFB7C9 · 1178-4
Soft Amethyst
51%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Soft Amethyst Technical Profile
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Soft Amethyst in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Soft Amethyst in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSoft Amethyst
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsAntique Heather
Antique Heather
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Lavender Blessing
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Noteworthy
Vista Paint
Very similar
Subtle Purple
Valspar
Very similar
Peony Perfect
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Hidden Sanctuary
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Shady Pink
Kilz
Very similar
Iris Pink
Behr
Very similar
Delightful
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Air .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Soft Amethyst
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Soft Amethyst.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Soft Amethyst in your own space before committing.
What colors match Soft Amethyst from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Soft Amethyst are Antique Heather by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Soft Amethyst's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.