Ash Violet 6549 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #A29BAA, estimated LRV 34 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Grayed Lilac from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #A29BAA · 6549
Ash Violet
34%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Ash Violet Technical Profile
HEX Code#A29BAA
RGB162, 155, 170
Estimated LRV34.0
UndertoneCool (Violet)
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Color Familygray
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Ash Violet
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ash Violet
#A29BAA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AC85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ash Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ash 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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Ash Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ash Violet have?
Ash Violet by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the gray 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 Ash Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ash Violet are Grayed Lilac by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Mineral Violet by PPG (a close digital match), Charm by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Ash 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 Ash Violet?
Ash Violet has a estimated lightness value of 34.0, 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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