Violet Aura 1168-5 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #838BA4, LRV 26 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Merlin from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #838BA4 · 1168-5
Violet Aura
26%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Violet Aura Technical Profile
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Violet Aura in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Violet Aura in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGViolet Aura
Nearly identical
ValsparMerlin
Merlin
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pale Orchid
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dusty Heather
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Gothic Amethyst
Behr
Very similar
Irises
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Illusionary
Dutch Boy
Very similar
London Fog
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Magical Twilight
Kilz
Very similar
Lavender Spectacle
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Telegrey 2
RAL
Visible difference
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Violet Aura
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Violet Aura
#838BA4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8F85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Violet Aura
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Violet Aura 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 Violet Aura.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Violet Aura — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Violet Aura have?
Violet Aura by PPG has a neutral 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 Violet Aura in your own space before committing.
What colors match Violet Aura from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Violet Aura are Merlin by Valspar (a near-identical match), Pale Orchid by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Dusty Heather by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Violet Aura'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 Violet Aura?
Violet Aura has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.0, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Violet Aura's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.