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Glidden Violet Whimsey

PPG1174-2 · #DAD6DF · LRV 68.3

Compare with other brands: PPG Violet Whimsey is a 99% match

Violet Whimsey (PPG1174-2) is a light cool gray from Glidden with a subtle violet undertone. Its LRV is about 68.3 (light): it reflects plenty of light and works in most rooms, including ones with limited daylight. The closest match in another brand is PPG Violet Whimsey (99% match).

Compare Violet Whimsey with other brands

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LRV

68.3 · Light

Undertone

Violet · subtle

Temperature

Cool

Code

PPG1174-2

HEX

#DAD6DF

RGB

218, 214, 223

HSL

267°, 12%, 86%

Family

Grays

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Violet Whimsey FAQ

What undertone does Violet Whimsey have?

Violet Whimsey is a light cool gray with a subtle violet undertone. Its color temperature is cool. This is estimated from the digital color values; north-facing light pulls undertones cooler and warm bulbs pull them warmer, so check a real sample on your wall.

What is the LRV of Violet Whimsey?

Violet Whimsey has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 68.3 on a 0–100 scale, which is light. It reflects plenty of light and works in most rooms, including ones with limited daylight.

What is the closest match to Violet Whimsey in other brands?

PPG: Violet Whimsey (PPG1174-2), 99%; Behr: Misty Lavender (S570-1), 97%; Benjamin Moore: Touch of Gray (2116-60), 97%; Valspar: Pale Purple (8003-1A), 97%; Sherwin-Williams: Inspired Lilac (SW 6820), 96%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Inspired Lilac (HGSW6820), 96%; Dunn-Edwards: Tranquil Sea (DE5932), 94%; Farrow & Ball: Borrowed Light (No. 235), 89%. 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 Violet Whimsey?

The HEX code of Violet Whimsey (PPG1174-2) is #DAD6DF, RGB 218, 214, 223. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.