Violet Blue 5000 is a blue paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #2A2E4B, LRV 3 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Starry Sky from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #2A2E4B · 5000
Violet Blue
3%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Violet Blue Technical Profile
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Violet Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Violet Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
RALViolet Blue
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyStarry Sky
Starry Sky
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Ruling Royalty
Kilz
Very similar
Midnight Navy
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Magic Night
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Majestic Purple
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Deep Mulberry
Behr
Very similar
Nightfall
Valspar
Very similar
Royal Wave
Vista Paint
Visible difference
Victory Blue
PPG
Visible difference
Newport Indigo
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Violet Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Violet Blue
#2A2E4B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#504365
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Violet Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Violet 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
Similar RAL Colors
Other RAL colors close to Violet Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Violet Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Violet Blue have?
Violet Blue by RAL has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Violet Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Violet Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Violet Blue are Starry Sky by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Ruling Royalty by Kilz (a very close match), Midnight Navy by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Violet 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 Violet Blue?
Violet Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 3.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Violet Blue's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.