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PPG Imperial Purple

PPG1175-7 · #534B77 · LRV 8.2

Compare with other brands: Glidden Imperial Purple is a 98% match

Imperial Purple (PPG1175-7) is a deep purple from PPG. Its LRV is about 8.2 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest match in another brand is Glidden Imperial Purple (98% match).

Compare Imperial Purple with other brands

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LRV

8.2 · Very dark

Temperature

Cool

Code

PPG1175-7

HEX

#534B77

RGB

83, 75, 119

HSL

251°, 23%, 38%

Family

Purples

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Imperial Purple FAQ

What is the LRV of Imperial Purple?

Imperial Purple has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 8.2 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 Imperial Purple in other brands?

Glidden: Imperial Purple (PPG1175-7), 98%; Sherwin-Williams: Fully Purple (SW 6983), 93%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Izmir Purple (HGSW6825), 92%; Dunn-Edwards: Grand Purple (DEA141), 92%; Benjamin Moore: Mauve Bauhaus (1407), 90%; Behr: Purple Prince (P550-7), 88%; Valspar: Velvet Beret (1001-3A), 87%; Farrow & Ball: Wine Dark (No. 308), 59%. 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 Imperial Purple?

The HEX code of Imperial Purple (PPG1175-7) is #534B77, RGB 83, 75, 119. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.