Violet Whimsey 1174-2 is a off-white paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #DAD6DF, estimated LRV 68 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Petal Tip from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #DAD6DF · 1174-2
Violet Whimsey
68%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Violet Whimsey Technical Profile
HEX Code#DAD6DF
RGB218, 214, 223
Estimated LRV68.3
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 Familyoff-white
BrandPPG
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Compare alternatives to Violet Whimsey
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Petal Tip
Behr
#D8D6DF
Close digital match
Lavender Scent
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#D9D4DF
Close digital match
Lavender Scent
Vista Paint
#D9D3DD
Close digital match
Pale Purple
Valspar
#DDD7DE
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Touch of Gray
Benjamin Moore
#DDD7DE
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Elation
Sherwin-Williams
#DFDCE5
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Whispery Purple
Dutch Boy
#D5CFD9
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Colorado Dawn
Kilz
#DDDCE9
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#D2D2DF
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#D7D7D7
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Colors That Work With Violet Whimsey
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Violet Whimsey
#DAD6DF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AB85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Violet Whimsey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Violet Whimsey 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 Whimsey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Violet Whimsey have?
Violet Whimsey by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the off-white 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 Whimsey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Violet Whimsey are Petal Tip by Behr (a close digital match), Lavender Scent by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Lavender Scent by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Violet Whimsey'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 Whimsey?
Violet Whimsey has a estimated lightness value of 68.3, 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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