PURPLES
Middle Blue Purple
#8B72BE
Middle Blue Purple is #8B72BE in HEX — rgb(139, 114, 190), hsl(260°, 37%, 60%), cmyk(27%, 40%, 0%, 25%).
Middle Blue Purple pulls into the light end of the purples spectrum — HSL 260°, 37%, 60%. The muted saturation makes it quiet but present, and the hue reads cool. In interior projects it shines on accent walls, dressing rooms, creative studios — for character without shouting. Reads best alongside warm whites, walnut, brass, deep velvet textiles.
Color Codes
Paint Matches — this color across 16 brands
Behr
Passion Fruit M100-5
Vista Paint
Royal Raul K-25
Hallman-Lindsay
Crown Jewels 1193
Dulux
Purple Pop SB8G1
Kobra
Violet 25
Dunn-Edwards
Faraway Sky DE5942
Valspar
Grapolicious 4003-10B
Benjamin Moore
Charmed 1398
PPG
Grape Popsicle 1249-6
Kilz
Mystical Purple RH260
Sherwin-Williams
Clematis SW6831
RAL
Pearl Violet 4011
IKEA
IKEA128 128
Dutch Boy
Blue Sea VS-9451
Colorhouse
Petal .05 Petal-05
Farrow & Ball
Pitch Blue 220
Light Reflectance & Undertone
Light Reflectance Value (LRV)
21/100
Dark
Soaks up light and feels moody and intimate. Great for studies, dining rooms and accent walls; pair with ample lighting.
Undertone
Reads as a neutral violet with a blue undertone showing through, especially in daylight. Pair trim and adjacent colours to either calm or amplify that undertone.
Color Theory
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-Complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Rectangle
Compound
Variations
Lighter
Darker
Saturation
Interior Use
Best Rooms
dressing rooms, creative studios, accent walls
Best Uses
feature walls, cabinetry, textiles
Pairs With
warm whites, walnut, brass, deep velvet textiles
Accessibility (WCAG)
Deuteranopia
Protanopia
Tritanopia
Color Psychology
Sophisticated · Imaginative
Middle Blue Purple carries history — long associated with luxury and contemplation. It works in low-light, intimate rooms (dressing rooms, dens, accent walls) where its complexity gets time to unfold. Pair with brass and walnut.
How it looks under different light
Pairs With
Paint Info
Brand · Product Line
Benjamin Moore / Regal Select Interior
Recommended Finishes
Eggshell (walls) · Pearl (trim) · Matte (ceiling)
Eggshell hides imperfections on main walls while keeping the color rich; pearl on trim adds subtle sheen and easier cleaning; flat matte on ceilings prevents glare.
Best Surfaces
Primary walls · Cabinetry · Trim · Soft furniture
Coverage & Dry Time
Typical coverage 350-400 sq ft per gallon over a primed surface.
Touch-dry in ~1 hour. Recoat after 4 hours. Full cure 7-14 days.
Primer
Standard primer is adequate.
Application Tip
Use a 9" microfiber roller on walls and a 2.5" angled sash brush for trim cuts. Two coats minimum for even depth.
Paint Calculator
You'll need
4.0 litres
1.06 US gallons · room for one touch-up coat. Buy slightly more to ensure single-batch match.
Code Snippets
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Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #8B72BE?
#8B72BE is Middle Blue Purple, a soft purple with a cool undertone.
Is #8B72BE warm or cool?
Middle Blue Purple reads cool, which influences how it interacts with surrounding tones and natural light.
What rooms work best with Middle Blue Purple?
Middle Blue Purple works well in dressing rooms, creative studios, accent walls. Designers typically use it for feature walls, cabinetry, textiles.
What colors pair well with Middle Blue Purple?
Middle Blue Purple pairs naturally with warm whites, walnut, brass, deep velvet textiles. Its complementary color is also a strong contrast option for accents.
Where can I download Middle Blue Purple?
You can download Middle Blue Purple on DSGN.HOUSE in 15 designer formats including CSS gradient, Figma, Procreate swatches, Tailwind config, Adobe ASE, SVG, and 4K wallpapers — all free.
What's the hex code for Middle Blue Purple?
The hex code is #8B72BE. In RGB it's 139, 114, 190, and in HSL it's 260°, 37%, 60%.
