Glidden Roman Violet
PPG1170-7 · #4D517F · LRV ~9
Closest tone in another brand: PPG Roman Violet (~99% proximity)Roman Violet (PPG1170-7) is a deep blue from Glidden, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 9 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest tone in another brand is PPG Roman Violet (~99% proximity).
Closest tone to Roman Violet in other brands
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LRV (estimated)
9 · Very dark
Temperature
Cool
Code
PPG1170-7
HEX
#4D517F
RGB
77, 81, 127
HSL
235°, 25%, 40%
Family
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Roman Violet FAQ
What is the LRV of Roman Violet?
Roman Violet has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 9 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 Roman Violet in other brands?
PPG: Roman Violet (PPG1170-7), ~99% proximity; Dunn-Edwards: Am I Blue? (DEFD51), ~96% proximity; Behr: Purple Prince (P550-7), ~93% proximity; Benjamin Moore: Bistro Blue (1421), ~93% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Fully Purple (SW 6983), ~91% proximity; Valspar: Karmic Grape (4002-8C), ~91% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Valiant Violet (HGSW6818), ~88% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Wine Dark (No. 308), ~60% 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 Roman Violet?
The HEX code of Roman Violet (PPG1170-7) is #4D517F, RGB 77, 81, 127. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.