Purple Heart 1406 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #8A7FAB, LRV 24 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Purple Agate from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8A7FAB · 1406
Purple Heart
24%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Purple Heart Technical Profile
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Purple Heart in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Purple Heart in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MoorePurple Heart
Nearly identical
BehrPurple Agate
Purple Agate
Behr
Nearly identical
Belladona
Kilz
Very similar
Grape Gathering
Vista Paint
Very similar
Secret Lavender
PPG
Very similar
Purple Hills
Valspar
Very similar
Cheerful Crocus
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Smashed Grape
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Pearl Violet
RAL
Very similar
Queen of Sheba
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Brave Purple
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Purple Heart
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Purple Heart
#8A7FAB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A385AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Purple Heart
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Purple Heart 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 Purple Heart.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Purple Heart — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purple Heart have?
Purple Heart by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Purple Heart in your own space before committing.
What colors match Purple Heart from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Purple Heart are Purple Agate by Behr (a near-identical match), Purple Agate by Behr (a near-identical match), Belladona by Kilz (a very close match) — the best options for getting Purple Heart'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 Purple Heart?
Purple Heart has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.5, 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 Purple Heart's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.