First Plum DE5018 is a pink paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #B87592, LRV 25 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Red Clover from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B87592 · DE5018
First Plum
25%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
First Plum Technical Profile
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First Plum in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to First 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-EdwardsFirst Plum
Nearly identical
BehrRed Clover
Red Clover
Behr
Nearly identical
Nice Berry
Valspar
Nearly identical
The Marquis
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Melrose Pink
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Fuscia Fizz
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Ritzy Raspberry
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Rose Petal Pink
PPG
Very similar
Cyclamen
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Peaking Pink
Kilz
Very similar
Pastel Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With First Plum
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
First Plum
#B87592
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8785
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for First Plum
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
First 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
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to First Plum.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
First Plum — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does First Plum have?
First Plum by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the pink color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample First Plum in your own space before committing.
What colors match First Plum from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to First Plum are Red Clover by Behr (a near-identical match), Nice Berry by Valspar (a near-identical match), The Marquis by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting First 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 First Plum?
First Plum has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 25.0, 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 First Plum's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.