Ref. #E075FA · P120-3
High Maintenance
36%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
High Maintenance Technical Profile
What color is High Maintenance? It's a medium warm purple with the hex code #E075FA. High Maintenance has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 36 gives High Maintenance depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with cool whites for trim, walnut floors, and either brass or matte black hardware depending on whether you want warm or grounded contrast. Sage green works as a complementary accent. Purples are the most lighting-sensitive paint family. 2700K bulbs push them toward mauve or pink; 4000K daylight keeps them violet or even slightly blue. Always sample at multiple times of day.
Colors Similar to High Maintenance
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Lavender Sweater
Dunn-Edwards
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Rose Souvenir
Vista Paint
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Plum Perfect
PPG
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Rose Souvenir
Hirshfield's
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Lilac Pink
Benjamin Moore
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Debonair
Sherwin-Williams
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Berries Galore
Valspar
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Pharaohs Blue Met.
MPC
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With High Maintenance
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
High Maintenance
#E075FA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D260AF
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for High Maintenance
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
High Maintenance 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 High Maintenance.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
High Maintenance — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does High Maintenance have?
High Maintenance by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the purple color family.
What colors match High Maintenance from other brands?
The closest matches are Lavender Sweater by Dunn-Edwards (#BD83BE), Rose Souvenir by Vista Paint (#C08EC4), Plum Perfect by PPG (#B48AC2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of High Maintenance?
High Maintenance has an LRV of 35.5, 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 High Maintenance's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.