Spiced Plum PPU1-20 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #6C4C58, LRV 9 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Kalamata from Benjamin Moore (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6C4C58 · PPU1-20
Spiced Plum
9%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Spiced Plum Technical Profile
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Spiced Plum in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Spiced Plum in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSpiced Plum
Very similar
Benjamin MooreKalamata
Kalamata
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Wine Tasting
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Stoic
Valspar
Very similar
Positively Purple
PPG
Very similar
Beetroot
Vista Paint
Very similar
Purple Stiletto
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pleasantly Plum
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Aged To Perfection
Kilz
Visible difference
Deep Maroon
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Preference Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Red Lilac
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Spiced Plum
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Spiced Plum
#6C4C58
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8D645E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Spiced Plum
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Spiced 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 Spiced 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.
Spiced Plum — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Spiced Plum have?
Spiced 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 Spiced Plum in your own space before committing.
What colors match Spiced Plum from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Spiced Plum are Kalamata by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Wine Tasting by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Stoic by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Spiced 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 Spiced Plum?
Spiced Plum has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.1, 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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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 Spiced Plum's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.