Violet Shadow 1170-3 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D1D3E0, estimated 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.
PPG · #D1D3E0 · 1170-3
Violet Shadow
66%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Violet Shadow Technical Profile
HEX Code#D1D3E0
RGB209, 211, 224
Estimated LRV65.5
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familyneutral
BrandPPG
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Daybreak Beckons
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#D0D1DE
Close digital match
Little Grapette
Vista Paint
#D4D6E4
Close digital match
Hint of Violet
Behr
#D2D5E1
Close digital match
Tranquil Sea
Dunn-Edwards
#D2D2DF
Close digital match
Twilight Spell
Kilz
#CECFDB
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Iced Lavender
Benjamin Moore
#D3D3DD
Close digital match
Subtle Purple
Dutch Boy
#CECED9
Close digital match
Wildflower Prairie
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#CCCFE2
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Wishful Blue
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#D8DDE6
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#CCC8CE
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RAL
#D7D7D7
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Colors That Work With Violet Shadow
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Violet Shadow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Violet Shadow are Daybreak Beckons by Valspar (a close digital match), Little Grapette by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Hint of Violet by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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