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Benjamin Moore Dark Lilac

2070-30 · #554E6E · LRV 8.5

Compare with other brands: Dunn-Edwards Exotic Evening is a 95% match

Dark Lilac (2070-30) is a deep purple from Benjamin Moore. Its LRV is about 8.5 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest match in another brand is Dunn-Edwards Exotic Evening (95% match).

Compare Dark Lilac with other brands

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LRV

8.5 · Very dark

Temperature

Cool

Code

2070-30

HEX

#554E6E

RGB

85, 78, 110

HSL

253°, 17%, 37%

Family

Purples

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Dark Lilac FAQ

What is the LRV of Dark Lilac?

Dark Lilac has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 8.5 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting.

What is the closest match to Dark Lilac in other brands?

Dunn-Edwards: Exotic Evening (DE5951), 95%; PPG: Royal Indigo (PPG1174-7), 90%; Valspar: Purple Valley (1001-5A), 90%; Glidden: Royal Hyacinth (PPG1169-7), 90%; Behr: Paparazzi (M570-7), 90%; Sherwin-Williams: Plummy (SW 6558), 87%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Purple Passage (HGSW6551), 84%; Farrow & Ball: Wine Dark (No. 308), 72%. Matches are estimated from digital color values and are not official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of Dark Lilac?

The HEX code of Dark Lilac (2070-30) is #554E6E, RGB 85, 78, 110. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.