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Benjamin Moore Faded Violet CSP-455

Faded Violet

Benjamin Moore

CSP-455

About Faded Violet by Benjamin Moore

Faded Violet CSP-455 by Benjamin Moore is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 28% and hue near 234° for steady results across rooms. Use on accents or pairing with light trim. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 27.9%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #8d8fa1

RGB: 141, 143, 161

Hue234°

Saturation10%

Lightness59%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Faded Violet from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Faded Violet looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Faded Violet CSP-455 a warm or cool color?
Faded Violet by Benjamin Moore is a neutral deeper color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Faded Violet?
Faded Violet sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 234°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Faded Violet?
Brightness is about 28%. Saturation is around 10%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 59%. Hue is close to 234°. The hex value is #8d8fa1. The RGB value is 141, 143, 161.
Is Faded Violet better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Faded Violet has brightness around 28%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Faded Violet?
You can match Faded Violet with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Faded Violet work best in a home?
Faded Violet works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Faded Violet compare to a pure white paint?
Faded Violet is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Faded Violet in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Faded Violet in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Faded Violet. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Faded Violet. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.