Heather Plume PPU17-13 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A3959A, LRV 32 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Amethyst Sky from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A3959A · PPU17-13
Heather Plume
32%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Heather Plume Technical Profile
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Heather Plume in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Heather Plume in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrHeather Plume
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreAmethyst Sky
Amethyst Sky
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sweet Shadows
Valspar
Nearly identical
Autumn Orchid
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Warm Grey Flannel
PPG
Very similar
Silvered Purple
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Ashen Plum
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Luberon
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cut Heather
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pigeon Gray
Kilz
Very similar
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pearl Light Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Heather Plume
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Heather Plume
#A3959A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8A85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Heather Plume
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Heather Plume 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 Heather Plume.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Heather Plume — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Heather Plume have?
Heather Plume by Behr has a warm (pink) 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 Heather Plume in your own space before committing.
What colors match Heather Plume from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Heather Plume are Amethyst Sky by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Sweet Shadows by Valspar (a near-identical match), Mauve Blush by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Heather Plume'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 Heather Plume?
Heather Plume has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 31.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Heather Plume's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.