Veiled Violet 6268 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #BDB5B9, LRV 47 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Romantic Light from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BDB5B9 · 6268
Veiled Violet
47%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Veiled Violet Technical Profile
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Veiled Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Veiled 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-WilliamsVeiled Violet
Nearly identical
Vista PaintRomantic Light
Romantic Light
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Oak Ridge
Behr
Nearly identical
Hazy Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
After the Rain
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Frisky Whiskers
Valspar
Nearly identical
Gracious Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Antique Mauve
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Natural Echo
Kilz
Very similar
North Island
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Air .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Agate Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Veiled Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Veiled Violet
#BDB5B9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8585
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Veiled Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Veiled 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 Veiled 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.
Veiled Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Veiled Violet have?
Veiled Violet by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (pink) 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 Veiled Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Veiled Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Veiled Violet are Romantic Light by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Oak Ridge by Behr (a near-identical match), Hazy Grey by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Veiled 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 Veiled Violet?
Veiled Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 47.4, 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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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 Veiled Violet's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.