Violets Are Blue 1246-6 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #7487C6, estimated LRV 25 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Violet Twist from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #7487C6 · 1246-6
Violets Are Blue
25%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Violets Are Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#7487C6
RGB116, 135, 198
Estimated LRV25.1
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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 Familyblue
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Violets Are Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Violets Are Blue
#7487C6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8D7FB3
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Violets Are Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Violets Are Blue 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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Violets Are Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Violets Are Blue have?
Violets Are Blue by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the blue 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 Violets Are Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Violets Are Blue are Violet Twist by Valspar (a close digital match), Velvet Curtain by Behr (a close digital match), Beautified Blue by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Violets Are Blue'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 Violets Are Blue?
Violets Are Blue has a estimated lightness value of 25.1, 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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