Ashen Plum DE6396 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #9B9092, LRV 29 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Autumn Orchid from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9B9092 · DE6396
Ashen Plum
29%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Ashen Plum Technical Profile
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Ashen Plum in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ashen Plum in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsAshen Plum
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsAutumn Orchid
Autumn Orchid
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Heather Moor
Behr
Nearly identical
Gray Violet
PPG
Nearly identical
Castle Wood
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sleepy Hollow
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Storm Rolling In
Valspar
Very similar
Lavender Rose
Vista Paint
Very similar
Sparrow
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Forlorn
Kilz
Very similar
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Telegrey 1
RAL
Visible difference
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ashen Plum
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ashen Plum
#9B9092
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9285
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ashen Plum
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ashen 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
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Ashen Plum — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ashen Plum have?
Ashen Plum by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Ashen Plum in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ashen Plum from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ashen Plum are Autumn Orchid by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Heather Moor by Behr (a near-identical match), Gray Violet by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ashen Plum'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 Ashen Plum?
Ashen Plum has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Ashen Plum's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.