Windsor Purple 1249-4 is a purple paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C9AFD0, estimated 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.
PPG · #C9AFD0 · 1249-4
Windsor Purple
48%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Windsor Purple Technical Profile
HEX Code#C9AFD0
RGB201, 175, 208
Estimated LRV47.6
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familypurple
BrandPPG
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#CAB2D2
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#CBACD0
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Colors That Work With Windsor Purple
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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
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Windsor Purple from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Windsor Purple are Free Spirit by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Birthday Wishes by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Crush by Kilz (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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