Violet Verbena 1169-5 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #898CA3, LRV 27 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Macaw from Valspar (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #898CA3 · 1169-5
Violet Verbena
27%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Violet Verbena Technical Profile
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Violet Verbena in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Violet Verbena in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGViolet Verbena
Very similar
ValsparMacaw
Macaw
Valspar
Very similar
Come Catch Me
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Faded Violet
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Gothic Purple
Behr
Very similar
Dusty Heather
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Garden Beauty
Vista Paint
Very similar
Lavender Spectacle
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Soft Charcoal
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Magical Twilight
Kilz
Visible difference
Telegrey 2
RAL
Visible difference
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Violet Verbena
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Violet Verbena
#898CA3
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 Verbena
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Violet Verbena 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 Verbena.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Violet Verbena — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Violet Verbena have?
Violet Verbena by PPG has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Violet Verbena in your own space before committing.
What colors match Violet Verbena from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Violet Verbena are Macaw by Valspar (a very close match), Come Catch Me by Dutch Boy (a very close match), Faded Violet by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Violet Verbena'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 Verbena?
Violet Verbena has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.7, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Violet Verbena's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.