allpaintcolours.co.ukDulux no longer lists Violet. It was withdrawn around November 2026, so the prices below are the last we recorded and you may not be able to buy it now. The closest colour you can still buy is Johnstone's Purple Punch (ΔE 3.2, “very close”).
Violet was a mid-tone muted purple, discontinued by Dulux around November 2026. Hex: #745184. RGB: 116, 81, 132. The nearest colour you can still buy is Johnstone's Purple Punch (ΔE 3.2, “very close”), priced at approximately £13.37 per litre. Other close alternatives include Johnstone's Royal Lilac (ΔE 3.3) and Johnstone's Cleopatra's Gown (ΔE 3.8).
Violet by Dulux
- Hex
#745184- RGB
- 116, 81, 132
- Manufacturer
- Dulux
Nearest matches & alternatives from other brands
| Colour | Manufacturer | ΔE | Match quality | Price/L | Price/m2 (?) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purple Punch | Johnstone's | 3.2 | Very close | £13.37 | £2.23 |
| Royal Lilac | Johnstone's | 3.3 | Very close | £13.37 | £2.23 |
| Cleopatra's Gown | Johnstone's | 3.8 | Very close | £13.37 | £2.23 |
| Blue lilac (No.4005) | RAL Classic | 4.0 | Very close | — | — |
| Bermuda Onion | Johnstone's | 5.3 | Similar | £13.37 | £2.23 |
| Fluorite Violet (No.FTT-020) | Mylands | 5.6 | Similar | £27.20 | £3.63 |
| Magic Magenta | Johnstone's | 5.8 | Similar | £13.37 | £2.23 |
| Blackcurrant Magic | Johnstone's | 6.0 | Similar | £7.53 | £1.26 |
| Regal violet (No.24 C 39) | BS 4800 | 6.0 | Similar | — | — |
Colour neighbourhood
Coverage & application
Manufacturer figures from the Dulux Product Advice Sheet. Real-world coverage is typically 15-20% lower.
| Finish | Coverage | Coats | Sheen | Scrub class | Touch dry | Recoat | VOC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dulux Matt PAS | 13 m²/L | 2 | 5% | — | 2h | 4h | — |
| Dulux Silk PAS | 13 m²/L | 2 | 25% | — | 2h | 4h | — |
| Dulux Easycare Bathroom Soft Sheen PAS | 13 m²/L | 2 | 25% | 1 | 4h | 4h | — |
| Dulux Simply Refresh One Coat Matt PAS | 13 m²/L | 1 | 5% | — | 4h | 4h | — |
| Dulux Easycare Kitchen Matt PAS | 13 m²/L | 2 | 5% | 1 | 4h | 4h | — |
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