Eclectic Purple PPU17-20 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #493E45, LRV 5 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Plum Brown from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #493E45 · PPU17-20
Eclectic Purple
5%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Eclectic Purple Technical Profile
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Eclectic Purple in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Eclectic Purple in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrEclectic Purple
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsPlum Brown
Plum Brown
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Desert Fig
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
My Place or Yours?
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Rare Wine
Valspar
Very similar
Paean Black
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Dark Basalt
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Eleanor Ann
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Deep Rum Raisin
PPG
Very similar
French Press Coffee
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Mulberry
Kilz
Very similar
Grey Brown
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Eclectic Purple
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Eclectic Purple
#493E45
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#704A4F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Eclectic Purple
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Eclectic Purple 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 Eclectic Purple.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Eclectic Purple — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Eclectic Purple have?
Eclectic Purple by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Eclectic Purple in your own space before committing.
What colors match Eclectic Purple from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Eclectic Purple are Plum Brown by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Desert Fig by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), My Place or Yours? by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Eclectic Purple's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Eclectic Purple?
Eclectic Purple has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 5.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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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 Eclectic Purple's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.