Ref. #7D7392 · BNC-20
Purple Rubiate
19%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Purple Rubiate Technical Profile
What color is Purple Rubiate? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #7D7392. Colors similar to Purple Rubiate include MPC Lily Morada, Vista Paint Queen of Sheba, Hirshfield's Queen Of Sheba. Purple Rubiate has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Purple Rubiate 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, Purple Rubiate 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 Purple Rubiate
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Purple Rubiate
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Purple Rubiate
#7D7392
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A685AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Purple Rubiate
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Purple Rubiate 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 Purple Rubiate.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Purple Rubiate — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purple Rubiate have?
Purple Rubiate by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Purple Rubiate from other brands?
The closest matches are Lily Morada by MPC (#7E7694), Queen of Sheba by Vista Paint (#807497), Queen Of Sheba by Hirshfield's (#817699). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Purple Rubiate?
Purple Rubiate has an LRV of 18.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Purple Rubiate's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.