Ref. #6C4C58 · PPU1-20
Spiced Plum
9%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Spiced Plum Technical Profile
What color is Spiced Plum? It's a dark warm neutral with the hex code #6C4C58. Colors similar to Spiced Plum include Benjamin Moore Kalamata, Valspar Stoic, PPG Positively Purple. Spiced Plum has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Spiced Plum 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, Spiced Plum 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 Spiced Plum
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Spiced Plum from other brands?
The closest matches are Kalamata by Benjamin Moore (#705160), Stoic by Valspar (#724E56), Positively Purple by PPG (#6B4D5F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Spiced Plum?
Spiced Plum has an LRV of 9.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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.