Ref. #463D51 · 2070-20
Plum Royale
5%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Plum Royale Technical Profile
What color is Plum Royale? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #463D51. Colors similar to Plum Royale include Hirshfield's Plum Island, Vista Paint Royal Treatment, Behr Sovereign. Plum Royale has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 5, Plum Royale 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, Plum Royale 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 Plum Royale
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Plum Royale
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Plum Royale
#463D51
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#724D74
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Plum Royale
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Plum Royale 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 Plum Royale.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Plum Royale — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Plum Royale have?
Plum Royale by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Plum Royale from other brands?
The closest matches are Plum Island by Hirshfield's (#463C4E), Royal Treatment by Vista Paint (#443E50), Sovereign by Behr (#4A4257). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Plum Royale?
Plum Royale has an LRV of 5.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Plum Royale's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.