ColorplanBenjamin Moore Mink Violet (1252) is a very dark warm gray (greige) with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 15. Closest matches: Behr Plum Shade (100F-6). For trim, try Pink Essence (881).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Gray |
| LRV | 15.4 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #7F6868 |
| RGB | 127, 104, 104 |
| HSL | 0°, 10%, 45% |
About Mink Violet
Mink Violet (1252) is a very dark warm gray (greige) from Benjamin Moore with a soft pink undertone. With an LRV of 15, Mink Violet absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Mink Violet's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for bedrooms, offices, accent walls and kitchen cabinets. Next to Pinch of Spice (1449), it's lighter.
How Mink Violet changes with the light
Mink Violet has a gentle warm undertone that keeps it from going cold in north-facing rooms, and it looks a touch warmer again in afternoon west light.
North-facing rooms
Mink Violet's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Mink Violet will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
Bright south light shows Mink Violet close to its true color, slightly lighter and warmer.
West-facing rooms
Mink Violet will glow warmer in the late afternoon.
See Mink Violet in real homes
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Mink Violet equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Sherwin-Williams
Closest available · ΔE 7.1
Also close: Reddened Earth (ΔE 9.4)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 6.2
Also close: Etruscan Red (ΔE 10.4)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Mink Violet questions
What undertone does Mink Violet have?
Mink Violet has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Mink Violet's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Mink Violet a light or dark color?
Mink Violet has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 15.4 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 15, Mink Violet absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Mink Violet in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Expressive Plum SW 6271 (closest available, ΔE 7.1); Farrow & Ball: London Clay No.244 (closest available, ΔE 6.2); Behr: Plum Shade 100F-6 (close, ΔE 2.8). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Mink Violet?
Try Pink Essence (881) on trim and Oyster (2115-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Mink Violet's undertone.
Where does Mink Violet work best?
Mink Violet works well in bedrooms, offices, accent walls and kitchen cabinets. With an LRV of 15, Mink Violet absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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