Ref. #655865 · PPU17-05
Preservation Plum
11%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Preservation Plum Technical Profile
What color is Preservation Plum? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #655865. Colors similar to Preservation Plum include Valspar Purple Fury, Valspar Regal Plum, Benjamin Moore Cabernet. Preservation Plum has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 11, Preservation Plum creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Preservation Plum pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Preservation Plum
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Preservation Plum
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Preservation Plum
#655865
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#906078
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Preservation Plum
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Preservation Plum 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 Preservation Plum.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Preservation Plum — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Preservation Plum have?
Preservation Plum by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Preservation Plum from other brands?
The closest matches are Purple Fury by Valspar (#5F5561), Regal Plum by Valspar (#64535F), Cabernet by Benjamin Moore (#6C5B65). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Preservation Plum?
Preservation Plum has an LRV of 10.7, 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 Preservation Plum's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.