Heather Plume PPU17-13 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A3959A, estimated 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.
Behr · #A3959A · PPU17-13
Heather Plume
32%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Heather Plume Technical Profile
HEX Code#A3959A
RGB163, 149, 154
Estimated LRV31.6
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Heather Plume
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Heather Plume from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Heather Plume are Amethyst Sky by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Sweet Shadows by Valspar (a close digital match), Mauve Blush by Benjamin Moore (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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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.