Ref. #8A7FAB · 1406
Purple Heart
24%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Purple Heart Technical Profile
What color is Purple Heart? It's a deep warm blue with the hex code #8A7FAB. Colors similar to Purple Heart include Behr Purple Agate, Kilz Belladona, Behr Plum Swirl. Purple Heart has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 24, Purple Heart creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Purple Heart
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Purple Heart from other brands?
The closest matches are Purple Agate by Behr (#8C7EAF), Belladona by Kilz (#8A7AAA), Plum Swirl by Behr (#8979A9). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Purple Heart?
Purple Heart has an LRV of 23.5, 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 Purple Heart's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.