Nightshade DET407 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #4F4352, LRV 6 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Plum Perfect from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4F4352 · DET407
Nightshade
6%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Nightshade Technical Profile
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Nightshade in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Nightshade in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsNightshade
Nearly identical
Vista PaintPlum Perfect
Plum Perfect
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Plum Perfect
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Great Aubergine!
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Mata Hari
Behr
Nearly identical
Grappa
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Black Tulip
PPG
Very similar
Rare Wine
Valspar
Very similar
Quixotic Plum
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Mulberry
Kilz
Very similar
Paean Black
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Create .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Slate Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nightshade
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nightshade
#4F4352
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#78506C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nightshade
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nightshade 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 Nightshade.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Nightshade — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nightshade have?
Nightshade 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 Nightshade in your own space before committing.
What colors match Nightshade from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nightshade are Plum Perfect by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Plum Perfect by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Plum Island by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Nightshade'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 Nightshade?
Nightshade has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.3, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Nightshade's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.