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PPG Egyptian Violet

PPG1168-7 · #3C486D · LRV ~6.7

Closest tone in another brand: Glidden Egyptian Violet (~98% proximity)

Egyptian Violet (PPG1168-7) is a deep blue from PPG, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 6.7 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest tone in another brand is Glidden Egyptian Violet (~98% proximity).

Closest tone to Egyptian Violet in other brands

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LRV (estimated)

6.7 · Very dark

Temperature

Cool

Code

PPG1168-7

HEX

#3C486D

RGB

60, 72, 109

HSL

225°, 29%, 33%

Family

Blues

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Egyptian Violet FAQ

What is the LRV of Egyptian Violet?

Egyptian Violet has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 6.7 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 Egyptian Violet in other brands?

Glidden: Egyptian Violet (PPG1168-7), ~98% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Dignified (SW 6538), ~98% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Dignified (HGSW6538), ~98% proximity; Dunn-Edwards: Jazz Age Blues (DET574), ~95% proximity; Benjamin Moore: Wizard (CC-966), ~95% proximity; Valspar: Skyline (8003-47G), ~92% proximity; Behr: Optimum Blue (M540-7), ~85% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Stiffkey Blue (No. 281), ~68% 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 Egyptian Violet?

The HEX code of Egyptian Violet (PPG1168-7) is #3C486D, RGB 60, 72, 109. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.