Prussian Plum MQ1-39 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #6E4C60, LRV 9 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Eggplant from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6E4C60 · MQ1-39
Prussian Plum
9%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Prussian Plum Technical Profile
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Prussian Plum in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Prussian Plum in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrPrussian Plum
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreEggplant
Eggplant
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Positively Purple
PPG
Nearly identical
Wine Tasting
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Gypsy Plum
Kilz
Very similar
Purple Stiletto
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Purple Cloak
Valspar
Very similar
Pleasantly Plum
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mature Grape
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Red Lilac
RAL
Very similar
Purple Stiletto
Vista Paint
Very similar
Create .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Preference Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Prussian Plum
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Prussian Plum
#6E4C60
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8E5F63
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Prussian Plum
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Prussian 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 Prussian Plum.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Prussian Plum — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Prussian Plum have?
Prussian Plum by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Prussian Plum in your own space before committing.
What colors match Prussian Plum from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Prussian Plum are Eggplant by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Positively Purple by PPG (a near-identical match), Kalamata by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Prussian 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 Prussian Plum?
Prussian Plum has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.3, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Prussian Plum's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.