Perpetual Purple MQ5-42 is a purple paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #594D79, estimated LRV 9 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Imperial Purple from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #594D79 · MQ5-42
Perpetual Purple
9%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Perpetual Purple Technical Profile
HEX Code#594D79
RGB89, 77, 121
Estimated LRV8.8
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 Familypurple
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Perpetual Purple
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Perpetual Purple
#594D79
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8A6495
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Perpetual Purple
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Perpetual 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
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Perpetual Purple — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Perpetual Purple have?
Perpetual Purple by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the purple 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 Perpetual Purple from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Perpetual Purple are Imperial Purple by PPG (a close digital match), Grand Purple by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Fresh Grape Juice by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Perpetual 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 Perpetual Purple?
Perpetual Purple has a estimated lightness value of 8.8, 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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Why Perpetual Purple's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.