Sovereign HDC-CL-06 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #4A4257, LRV 6 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Plum Royale from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4A4257 · HDC-CL-06
Sovereign
6%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Sovereign Technical Profile
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Sovereign in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sovereign in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSovereign
Nearly identical
Benjamin MoorePlum Royale
Plum Royale
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Blackberry
PPG
Nearly identical
Royal Treatment
Vista Paint
Very similar
Jellied
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Jazlyn
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Violet Shadow
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Quixotic Plum
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Bon Vivant
Valspar
Very similar
Blue Galaxy
Kilz
Very similar
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Create .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Violet Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sovereign
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sovereign
#4A4257
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#76527A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sovereign
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sovereign 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 Sovereign.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sovereign — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sovereign have?
Sovereign by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sovereign in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sovereign from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sovereign are Plum Royale by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Blackberry by PPG (a near-identical match), Royal Treatment by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Sovereign'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 Sovereign?
Sovereign has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.0, 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
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 Sovereign's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.