Preservation Plum PPU17-05 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #655865, estimated LRV 11 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Purple Fury from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #655865 · PPU17-05
Preservation Plum
11%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Preservation Plum Technical Profile
HEX Code#655865
RGB101, 88, 101
Estimated LRV10.7
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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Colors That Work With Preservation Plum
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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
Digital 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
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Preservation Plum — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Preservation Plum have?
Preservation Plum 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 Preservation Plum from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Preservation Plum are Purple Fury by Valspar (a close digital match), Regal Plum by Valspar (a very close match), Cabernet by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Preservation Plum'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 Preservation Plum?
Preservation Plum has a estimated lightness value of 10.7, 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 Preservation Plum's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.