PPG • PPG1014-5

Gray Violet

Name: PPG Gray Violet PPG1014-5
Brand: PPG

We've categorized Gray Violet as a versatile paint color because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can add character and warmth to any space so effectively. Explore our collection of 10 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.

Hex

#9b8e8e

LRV

27.00

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Light Reflectance Value

27.00

Medium

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Gray Violet's Color Strip

Gray Violet is the fifth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Jack Rabbit and Eagle Eye. The strip spans from Glacial Ice at the lightest end to Black Walnut at the deepest. Strip PPG1014 lines up the full value range so you can see exactly where this color lands among its closest relatives.

1Glacial Ice 2Gray Whisper 3Silver Screen 4Jack Rabbit 5Gray Violet

6Eagle Eye 7Black Walnut

Gray Violet in Real Rooms

Gray Violet has a medium LRV of 27 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades.

1 Dining Room Photo

Dining rooms benefit from colors with some weight to them — lighter shades can feel too open for a space meant for intimate evening gatherings. Gray Violet does what good dining room color should: it makes the table feel like the center of the world.

Gray Violet paint in a minimalist dining room

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1 Bedroom Photo

A bedroom finished in Gray Violet rewards the time you spend in it. The color is deep enough to feel intentional and luxurious, but not so saturated that it becomes visually tiring over time — it strikes the perfect balance for a space meant for both deep sleep and the slow, reflective hours before it.

A traditional bedroom painted in Gray Violet

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1 Home Office Photo

In a workspace, Gray Violet helps to reduce "visual noise," allowing your mind to focus on the task at hand. It provides a steady, non-distracting horizon line that is particularly helpful for those in creative or high-concentration fields.

PPG Gray Violet in a art deco home office

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1 Bathroom Photo

In a powder room, Gray Violet can be used floor-to-ceiling to create a dramatic, high-impact experience for guests. Because these rooms are small and transitional, they can handle the full intensity of the color's personality without feeling overwhelming.

Gray Violet — coastal bathroom

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1 Front Door Photo

Gray Violet on a front door looks particularly stunning when framed by greenery or seasonal wreaths. The color provides a deep, matte background that makes the organic textures of a boxwood wreath or autumn garland really pop.

modern luxury front door featuring Gray Violet by PPG

@simplywalldecor

1 Mudroom Photo

Using Gray Violet on mudroom walls makes the white trim and hooks pop. It creates a high-contrast, organized look that makes even a room full of sports gear and rain boots look like it has a system and a sense of order.

Gray Violet paint in a industrial mudroom

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1 Living Room Photo

Choosing Gray Violet for a main living area is a commitment to timelessness. It avoids the trend-cycle fatigue of brighter hues, offering a sophisticated neutrality that can be reimagined every few years simply by swapping out textiles or accent pillows. It is the ultimate foundation for an evolving home.

A elegant living room painted in Gray Violet

@simplywalldecor

1 Kitchen Photo

In a farmhouse or traditional kitchen, Gray Violet adds a layer of modern relevance. It updates classic cabinetry and apron-front sinks without clashing with the traditional "bones" of the house, offering a bridge between the old and the new.

Gray Violet — contemporary kitchen

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1 House Photo

Using Gray Violet on an exterior allows you to be more creative with your landscaping. The color provides a dark, rich backdrop that makes the greens of boxwoods or the colors of perennials look much more vivid and professional.

Gray Violet color — coastal house inspiration

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1 Patio Photo

Outside, Gray Violet takes on a completely different life. Whether on deck boards, patio furniture, a fence, or a garden wall, it weathers beautifully and holds its character in open light. It is a natural companion to stone, weathered wood, and greenery.