African Violet 6982 is a purple paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #665385, estimated LRV 11 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Purely Purple from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #665385 · 6982
African Violet
11%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
African Violet Technical Profile
HEX Code#665385
RGB102, 83, 133
Estimated LRV10.7
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familypurple
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With African Violet
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
African Violet
#665385
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#986D9E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for African Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
African Violet 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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African Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does African Violet have?
African Violet by Sherwin-Williams 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 African Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to African Violet are Purely Purple by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Your Majesty by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Virtual Violet by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting African Violet'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 African Violet?
African Violet has a estimated lightness value of 10.7, 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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