Ref. #493E45 · PPU17-20
What color is Eclectic Purple? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #493E45. Colors similar to Eclectic Purple include Sherwin-Williams Plum Brown, Vista Paint My Place or Yours?, Valspar Rare Wine. Eclectic Purple has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 5, Eclectic Purple 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, Eclectic Purple 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.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall

Side Walls
#493E45
Accent Wall
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#704A4F
Trim & Molding
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Other Behr colors close to Eclectic Purple.
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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.