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Benjamin Moore Violet Dusk 1409

Violet Dusk

Benjamin Moore

1409

About Violet Dusk by Benjamin Moore

Violet Dusk 1409 by Benjamin Moore is a mid cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 71% and hue near 227° for steady results across rooms. Gives balance to offices, kitchens, and entries. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

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Brightness: 70.9%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #d9dbe2

RGB: 217, 219, 226

Hue227°

Saturation13%

Lightness87%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Violet Dusk

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Frequently asked questions

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

Is Violet Dusk 1409 a warm or cool color?
Violet Dusk by Benjamin Moore is a cool light color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Violet Dusk?
Violet Dusk sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 227°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Violet Dusk?
Brightness is about 71%. Saturation is around 13%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 87%. Hue is close to 227°. The hex value is #d9dbe2. The RGB value is 217, 219, 226.
Is Violet Dusk better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Violet Dusk has brightness around 71%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Violet Dusk?
You can match Violet Dusk 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 Violet Dusk work best in a home?
Violet Dusk is a good fit for full walls in living rooms, bedrooms, and open spaces, especially where you want a soft cool backdrop. It can also work in lower light areas because it stays fairly bright.
How does Violet Dusk compare to a pure white paint?
Violet Dusk is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and light 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 Violet Dusk in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Violet Dusk

Benjamin Moore

1409

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

Violet Dusk

Benjamin Moore

1409

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Violet Dusk

Benjamin Moore

1409

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