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Heather Plum
46%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Heather Plum Technical Profile
What color is Heather Plum? It's a medium warm purple with the hex code #BEAED6. Colors similar to Heather Plum include Behr Soft Heather, Vista Paint Purple Possibility, Valspar Imperial Lilac. Heather Plum has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 46 gives Heather Plum depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with cool whites for trim, walnut floors, and either brass or matte black hardware depending on whether you want warm or grounded contrast. Sage green works as a complementary accent. Purples are the most lighting-sensitive paint family. 2700K bulbs push them toward mauve or pink; 4000K daylight keeps them violet or even slightly blue. Always sample at multiple times of day.
Colors Similar to Heather Plum
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Heather Plum
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Heather Plum
#BEAED6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A985AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Heather Plum
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Heather 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Heather Plum.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Heather Plum — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Heather Plum have?
Heather Plum by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the purple color family.
What colors match Heather Plum from other brands?
The closest matches are Soft Heather by Behr (#BEABD7), Purple Possibility by Vista Paint (#BAAAD8), Imperial Lilac by Valspar (#B7ADD6). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Heather Plum?
Heather Plum has an LRV of 46.1, 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 Heather Plum's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.