Color Information
HEX
#553D55
RGB
85, 61, 85
LAB
29.2, 15.2, -10.3
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Magi Purple Wash by Duncan (ΔE 5.3)
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 5.3 gives a distinct catalog color gap. Check product specifications before substituting.
Cross-class catalog match
Super Wash Purple by Coat d'Arms (ΔE 4.9)
purpose: paint vs ink. ΔE 4.9 gives a moderate catalog color gap. Color-only comparison, not a functional substitute.
Royal Violet catalog data
More from P3 FormulaRoyal Violet by P3 Formula is cataloged as acrylic, Privateer Press Formula P3 in the pink color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #553D55, RGB 85/61/85, and CIELAB 29.2/15.2/-10.3. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
PaintAtlas lists 10 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
Royal Violet is a dark pink with dark value (L*: 29.2). This neutral color has moderate saturation (chroma: 18.4), making it ideal for shadows and base layers.
Dark
neutral
Moderate
Deep color ideal for shadow areas, recesses, and providing contrast against lighter tones.
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
Dark value works well for shadow glazes or shading recesses
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