Peru PPU1-18 is a pink paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #8E597E, LRV 14 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Immortality from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8E597E · PPU1-18
Peru
14%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Peru Technical Profile
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Peru in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Peru in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrPeru
Nearly identical
Vista PaintImmortality
Immortality
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
De Janeiro
Kilz
Nearly identical
Immortality
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Plum Perfect
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Purple Davenport
Valspar
Very similar
Hushed Cranberry
PPG
Very similar
Fearless Fuchsia
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Signal Violet
RAL
Very similar
Plum Perfect
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Vigorous Violet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Petal .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Peru
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Peru
#8E597E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4767F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Peru
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Peru 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 Peru.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Peru — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Peru have?
Peru by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the pink color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Peru in your own space before committing.
What colors match Peru from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Peru are Immortality by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), De Janeiro by Kilz (a near-identical match), Immortality by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Peru'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 Peru?
Peru has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.4, 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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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 Peru's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.