Color Information
HEX
#3A1A2F
RGB
58, 26, 47
LAB
14.6, 19.1, -6.9
Product Code
7253
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Sunset Violet by Mr. Paint (ΔE 4.2)
Compatibility unverified: application: both products not recorded or recognized; effect: both products not recorded or recognized; finish: both products not recorded or recognized; opacity: both products not recorded or recognized. ΔE 4.2 gives a moderate catalog color gap. Check product specifications before substituting.
Permanent Violet Dark catalog data
More from GoldenPermanent Violet Dark by Golden (product code 7253) is cataloged as acrylic, OPEN Acrylics in the pink color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #3A1A2F, RGB 58/26/47, and CIELAB 14.6/19.1/-6.9. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
PaintAtlas lists 18 related catalog colors for this paint. ΔE measures the distance between the listed digital color values only; it does not describe opacity, finish behavior, or how the paint covers a surface. Cross-class matches, such as metallic against conventional paint, are shown as digital color only and are never presented as verified substitutes.
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Technical Color Analysis
Permanent Violet Dark is a very dark pink with very dark value (L*: 14.6). This neutral color has moderate saturation (chroma: 20.3), making it ideal for shadows and base layers.
Very Dark
neutral
Moderate
Near-black color that absorbs most light. Excellent for deep shadows and void effects.
Balanced temperature that works harmoniously with both warm and cool palettes. Versatile for various applications.
Balanced saturation suitable for most painting needs. Natural-looking without being dull.
Recommended Undercoats
Black or Dark Grey
Dark colors can use fewer coats over dark primers
Grey
Neutral option if you want slightly easier corrections
Layering & Paint Order Guide
Very dark value makes this ideal for deepest shadows and lining
Suggested Layer Progression
This paint works best as a shadow in your layering sequence.
Use Before (Shadows/Base)
Use After (Highlights)
Layering Tips
- Apply each layer to progressively smaller areas, leaving previous layers visible
- Maintain consistent light direction across all layers
- Thin paints for smoother transitions between layers