Ash Violet 6549 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #A29BAA, 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.
Ref. #A29BAA · 6549
Ash Violet
34%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Ash Violet Technical Profile
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Ash Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ash Violet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsAsh Violet
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyGrayed Lilac
Grayed Lilac
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Mineral Violet
PPG
Nearly identical
Charm
Behr
Very similar
Palace Walls
Valspar
Very similar
Gypsy's Gown
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Gypsy’s Gown
Vista Paint
Very similar
Inspired
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Bay Fog
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Fortnight Lily
Kilz
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ash Violet
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
Pure 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
Similar Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Ash Violet.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Ash Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ash Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ash Violet are Grayed Lilac by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Mineral Violet by PPG (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Related Reading
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 Ash Violet's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.