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Dunn-Edwards Violet Gems
DE5940 · #C4C0E9 · LRV ~55.3
Closest tone in another brand: Valspar Purple Hibiscus (~92% proximity)Violet Gems (DE5940) is a light blue from Dunn-Edwards, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 55.3 (light): it reflects plenty of light and works in most rooms, including ones with limited daylight. The closest tone in another brand is Valspar Purple Hibiscus (~92% proximity).
Closest tone to Violet Gems in other brands
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LRV (estimated)
55.3 · Light
Temperature
Cool
Code
DE5940
HEX
#C4C0E9
RGB
196, 192, 233
HSL
246°, 48%, 83%
Family
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Violet Gems FAQ
What is the LRV of Violet Gems?
Violet Gems has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 55.3 on a 0–100 scale, which is light. It reflects plenty of light and works in most rooms, including ones with limited daylight. It is an estimate from the digital HEX, not the LRV published by the brand.
What is the closest tone to Violet Gems in other brands?
Valspar: Purple Hibiscus (8001-48C), ~92% proximity; Behr: Lavender Cloud (P550-3), ~91% proximity; Glidden: Purple Dragon (PPG1247-4), ~89% proximity; PPG: Purple Dragon (PPG1247-4), ~89% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Wisteria (SW 6822), ~87% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Wisteria (HGSW6822), ~87% proximity; Benjamin Moore: Victorian Trim (2068-50), ~86% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Lulworth Blue (No. 89), ~66% proximity. These are estimates of digital closeness on screen, not proven physical equivalence or official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.
What is the HEX code of Violet Gems?
The HEX code of Violet Gems (DE5940) is #C4C0E9, RGB 196, 192, 233. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.