Joyful Lilac 6972 is a pink paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #E4D4E2 and LRV 69. Its closest cross-brand match is Lilac Lane from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E4D4E2 · 6972
Joyful Lilac
69%LRV Value
Joyful Lilac Technical Profile
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Joyful Lilac in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Joyful Lilac in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsJoyful Lilac
Nearly identical
ValsparLilac Lane
Lilac Lane
Valspar
Nearly identical
Candytuft
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Flowers of May
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Soft Lilac
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Lavender Vista
PPG
Nearly identical
Flowers of May
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Spring Lilac
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sofia
Kilz
Very similar
Brook Trout
Behr
Very similar
Sprout .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Joyful Lilac
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Joyful Lilac
#E4D4E2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8594
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Joyful Lilac
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Joyful Lilac 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 Joyful Lilac.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Joyful Lilac — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Joyful Lilac from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Joyful Lilac are Lilac Lane by Valspar (a near-identical match), Candytuft by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Flowers of May by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Joyful Lilac'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 Joyful Lilac?
Joyful Lilac has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 69.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Joyful Lilac depends on the room. Here's how to choose.