Plum Smoke PPU16-14 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #928D8F, estimated LRV 27 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mesmerized from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #928D8F · PPU16-14
Plum Smoke
27%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Plum Smoke Technical Profile
HEX Code#928D8F
RGB146, 141, 143
Estimated LRV27.1
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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Compare alternatives to Plum Smoke
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Mesmerized
Kilz
#918D90
Close digital match
Shining Armor
PPG
#908B8E
Close digital match
Cadet Gray
Valspar
#908B8E
Close digital match
Moonlit Orchid
Sherwin-Williams
#949194
Close digital match
Evening Skyline
Benjamin Moore
#928A8C
Close digital match
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#8B8A8C
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#8F8F8F
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#999594
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Colors That Work With Plum Smoke
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Plum Smoke
#928D8F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8985
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Plum Smoke
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Plum Smoke 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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Plum Smoke — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Plum Smoke have?
Plum Smoke 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 Plum Smoke from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Plum Smoke are Mesmerized by Kilz (a close digital match), Shining Armor by PPG (a close digital match), Cadet Gray by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Plum Smoke'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 Plum Smoke?
Plum Smoke has a estimated lightness value of 27.1, 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 Plum Smoke's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.