Ref. #7A557F · MQ4-62
Birthstone
12%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Birthstone Technical Profile
What color is Birthstone? It's a deep warm neutral with the hex code #7A557F. Colors similar to Birthstone include Sherwin-Williams Passionate Purple, MPC Pansy, Sherwin-Williams Vigorous Violet. Birthstone has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 12, Birthstone creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Birthstone pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Birthstone
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Birthstone
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Birthstone
#7A557F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9C6B89
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Birthstone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Birthstone Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Birthstone.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Birthstone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Birthstone have?
Birthstone by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Birthstone from other brands?
The closest matches are Passionate Purple by Sherwin-Williams (#795484), Pansy by MPC (#7D5283), Vigorous Violet by Sherwin-Williams (#7C5A7E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Birthstone?
Birthstone has an LRV of 12.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Birthstone's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.