Violet Shadow 1170-3 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D1D3E0, LRV 66 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Daybreak Beckons from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D1D3E0 · 1170-3
Violet Shadow
66%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Violet Shadow Technical Profile
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Violet Shadow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Violet Shadow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGViolet Shadow
Nearly identical
ValsparDaybreak Beckons
Daybreak Beckons
Valspar
Nearly identical
Little Grapette
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Hint of Violet
Behr
Nearly identical
Tranquil Sea
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Twilight Spell
Kilz
Nearly identical
Iced Lavender
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Subtle Purple
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Wildflower Prairie
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Wishful Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Light Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Violet Shadow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Violet Shadow
#D1D3E0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9485AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Violet Shadow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Violet Shadow 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 Shadow.
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 Shadow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Violet Shadow have?
Violet Shadow 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 Shadow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Violet Shadow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Violet Shadow are Daybreak Beckons by Valspar (a near-identical match), Little Grapette by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Hint of Violet by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Violet Shadow'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 Shadow?
Violet Shadow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 65.5, 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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Why Violet Shadow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.