Livid Violet 4002-3C is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #B8B0BC, 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.
Ref. #B8B0BC · 4002-3C
Livid Violet
45%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Livid Violet Technical Profile
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Livid Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Livid Violet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparLivid Violet
Nearly identical
PPGAsh Grove
Ash Grove
PPG
Nearly identical
Heather Hill
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Dusky Heather
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Heather Hill
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Aster
Behr
Very similar
Spring Violet
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Veiled Violet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Winter Dusk
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Boysenberry Cream
Kilz
Visible difference
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Air .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Livid Violet
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
Pure 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Livid 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.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Livid Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Livid Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Livid Violet are Ash Grove by PPG (a near-identical match), Heather Hill by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Dusky Heather by Dutch Boy (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Livid Violet's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.