Plum Swirl 680F-5 is a purple paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #8979A9, estimated LRV 22 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Belladona from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #8979A9 · 680F-5
Plum Swirl
22%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Plum Swirl Technical Profile
HEX Code#8979A9
RGB137, 121, 169
Estimated LRV21.9
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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#8A7AAA
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Colors That Work With Plum Swirl
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Plum Swirl
#8979A9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A785AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Plum Swirl
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Plum Swirl 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 Swirl — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Plum Swirl have?
Plum Swirl 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 Plum Swirl from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Plum Swirl are Belladona by Kilz (a close digital match), Smashed Grape by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Purple Heart by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Plum Swirl'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 Swirl?
Plum Swirl has a estimated lightness value of 21.9, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Plum Swirl's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.