Glidden Magenta
PPG1050-7 · #953D55 · LRV ~10.4
Closest tone in another brand: Dunn-Edwards Berry Inspired (~97% proximity)Magenta (PPG1050-7) is a deep red from Glidden, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 10.4 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest tone in another brand is Dunn-Edwards Berry Inspired (~97% proximity).
Closest tone to Magenta in other brands
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LRV (estimated)
10.4 · Very dark
Temperature
Warm
Code
PPG1050-7
HEX
#953D55
RGB
149, 61, 85
HSL
344°, 42%, 41%
Family
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Magenta FAQ
What is the LRV of Magenta?
Magenta has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 10.4 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting. It is an estimate from the digital HEX, not the LRV published by the brand.
What is the closest tone to Magenta in other brands?
Dunn-Edwards: Berry Inspired (DEFD16), ~97% proximity; PPG: Magenta (PPG1050-7), ~95% proximity; Benjamin Moore: Night Flower (1344), ~92% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Cerise (SW 6580), ~87% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Cerise (HGSW6580), ~87% proximity; Behr: Glitterati (P120-7), ~85% proximity; Valspar: Baked Bahama (1006-3A), ~84% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Incarnadine (No. 248), ~74% 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 Magenta?
The HEX code of Magenta (PPG1050-7) is #953D55, RGB 149, 61, 85. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.