Windsor Purple 1249-4 is a purple paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C9AFD0, LRV 48 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Free Spirit from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C9AFD0 · 1249-4
Windsor Purple
48%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Windsor Purple Technical Profile
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Windsor Purple in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Windsor Purple in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGWindsor Purple
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsFree Spirit
Free Spirit
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Birthday Wishes
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Crush
Kilz
Nearly identical
Floral Vista
Valspar
Very similar
Purple Easter Egg
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Teresa’s True Color
Vista Paint
Very similar
Graceful Garden
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Candlelight Dinner
Behr
Very similar
Plum Point
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Sprout .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Windsor Purple
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Windsor Purple
#C9AFD0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85A2
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Windsor Purple
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Windsor Purple 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 Windsor Purple.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Windsor Purple — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Windsor Purple have?
Windsor Purple by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the purple color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Windsor Purple in your own space before committing.
What colors match Windsor Purple from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Windsor Purple are Free Spirit by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Birthday Wishes by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Crush by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Windsor Purple'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 Windsor Purple?
Windsor Purple has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 47.6, 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 Windsor Purple's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.