Livid Violet 4002-3C is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #B8B0BC, estimated LRV 45 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ash Grove from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #B8B0BC · 4002-3C
Livid Violet
45%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Livid Violet Technical Profile
HEX Code#B8B0BC
RGB184, 176, 188
Estimated LRV44.9
UndertoneCool (Violet)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandValspar
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Ash Grove
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#B9B3BF
Close digital match
Heather Hill
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#BBB0BB
Close digital match
Dusky Heather
Dutch Boy
#BEB3BE
Close digital match
Heather Hill
Vista Paint
#BBAFB9
Close digital match
Aster
Behr
#BEB7C1
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Spring Violet
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#B1ADBC
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#BDB5B9
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Dunn-Edwards
#B8B8CB
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Visible digital difference
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Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Livid Violet
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Livid Violet
#B8B0BC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85A7
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Livid Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Livid 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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Livid Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Livid Violet have?
Livid Violet by Valspar 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 Livid Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Livid Violet are Ash Grove by PPG (a close digital match), Heather Hill by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Dusky Heather by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Livid 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 Livid Violet?
Livid Violet has a estimated lightness value of 44.9, 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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Why Livid Violet's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.