Glidden Roman Violet
PPG1170-7 · #4D517F · LRV 9
Compare with other brands: PPG Roman Violet is a 99% matchRoman Violet (PPG1170-7) is a deep blue from Glidden. Its LRV is about 9 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest match in another brand is PPG Roman Violet (99% match).
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LRV
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 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.
What is the closest match to Roman Violet in other brands?
PPG: Roman Violet (PPG1170-7), 99%; Dunn-Edwards: Am I Blue? (DEFD51), 96%; Behr: Purple Prince (P550-7), 93%; Benjamin Moore: Bistro Blue (1421), 93%; Sherwin-Williams: Fully Purple (SW 6983), 91%; Valspar: Karmic Grape (4002-8C), 91%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Valiant Violet (HGSW6818), 88%; Farrow & Ball: Wine Dark (No. 308), 60%. 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 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.