Playful Plum DE6018 is a neutral paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #BA99A2, LRV 36 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lockhart from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BA99A2 · DE6018
Playful Plum
36%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Playful Plum Technical Profile
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Playful Plum in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Playful 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-EdwardsPlayful Plum
Nearly identical
Vista PaintLockhart
Lockhart
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Lockhart
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Rosé
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Jasmine Flower
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Retro Pink
Behr
Very similar
Soft Mauve
PPG
Very similar
Antoinette
Valspar
Very similar
Mauve Mist
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Historic Rose
Kilz
Very similar
Cinder Rose
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pastel Violet
RAL
Visible difference
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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
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Playful Plum — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Playful Plum have?
Playful Plum by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Playful Plum in your own space before committing.
What colors match Playful Plum from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Playful Plum are Lockhart by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Lockhart by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Pampered Pink by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Playful 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 Playful Plum?
Playful Plum has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.8, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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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.