Ref. #BA99A2 · DE6018
Playful Plum
36%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Playful Plum Technical Profile
What color is Playful Plum? It's a medium warm neutral with the hex code #BA99A2. Colors similar to Playful Plum include Vista Paint Lockhart, Hirshfield's Lockhart, Vista Paint Pampered Pink. Playful Plum has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 36 gives Playful Plum depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Playful Plum pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Playful Plum
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Playful Plum
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Playful Plum
#BA99A2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8E85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Playful Plum
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Playful 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 Playful Plum.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Playful Plum — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Playful Plum have?
Playful Plum by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Playful Plum from other brands?
The closest matches are Lockhart by Vista Paint (#BB98A0), Lockhart by Hirshfield's (#BE9AA2), Pampered Pink by Vista Paint (#C09DA4). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Playful Plum?
Playful Plum has an LRV of 35.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Playful Plum's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.