Spring Lilac 1170-4 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B1B3CB, LRV 46 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Madder Blue from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B1B3CB · 1170-4
Spring Lilac
46%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Spring Lilac Technical Profile
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Spring Lilac in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Spring Lilac in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSpring Lilac
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsMadder Blue
Madder Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Purple Freedom
Valspar
Nearly identical
Violet Daze
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Enchanted
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Silverberry
Behr
Nearly identical
Hush Lilac
Kilz
Very similar
Violet Vista
Vista Paint
Very similar
Collensia
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Awesome Violet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Spring Lilac
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Spring Lilac
#B1B3CB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9685AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Spring Lilac
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Spring Lilac 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 Spring Lilac.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Spring Lilac — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Spring Lilac have?
Spring Lilac by PPG has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Spring Lilac in your own space before committing.
What colors match Spring Lilac from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Spring Lilac are Madder Blue by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Purple Freedom by Valspar (a near-identical match), Soul Sister by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Spring Lilac'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 Spring Lilac?
Spring Lilac has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 45.9, 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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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 Spring Lilac's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.