Purple Surf
There is more to PPG Purple Surf (PPG1173-5) than the swatch alone: its depth, undertones and setting all shape the final impression. Its blue, grey and purple classifications hint at the directions it may take as daylight, lamps and neighboring colors move around it. Explore its color relationships and measurements, then bring the shortlist into your own light with a physical sample.
Hex
#9b95a9LRV
32.00
Purple Surf's Color Strip
Purple Surf is the fifth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Silverberry and Plum Shade. The strip spans from Violet Echo at the lightest end to Magic Spell at the deepest. Strip PPG1173 lines up the full value range so you can see exactly where this color lands among its closest relatives.
Coordinating Colors
At LRV 66 vs 32, Alpaca Wool is decisively the brighter choice.
Trim Color
Oatmeal reflects far more light (LRV 76 vs 32), opening up a space where Purple Surf encloses it.
Delicate White reflects far more light (LRV 88 vs 32), opening up a space where Purple Surf encloses it.
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Manufacturer description
Purple Surf is a saturated, shaded, monarch purple with an indigo undertone. It is a perfect paint color for a children's bedroom. Pair it with grayed sage greens.