Ref. #D4BDDF · DE5982
Plum Point
56%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Plum Point Technical Profile
What color is Plum Point? It's a light warm purple with the hex code #D4BDDF. Colors similar to Plum Point include Kilz Youthful Pink, Behr Queens Violet, Hirshfield's Plum Cake. Plum Point has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 56, Plum Point sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with cool whites for trim, walnut floors, and either brass or matte black hardware depending on whether you want warm or grounded contrast. Sage green works as a complementary accent. Purples are the most lighting-sensitive paint family. 2700K bulbs push them toward mauve or pink; 4000K daylight keeps them violet or even slightly blue. Always sample at multiple times of day.
Colors Similar to Plum Point
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Plum Point
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Plum Point
#D4BDDF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AE84A7
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Plum Point
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Plum Point 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 Plum Point.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Plum Point — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Plum Point have?
Plum Point by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the purple color family.
What colors match Plum Point from other brands?
The closest matches are Youthful Pink by Kilz (#D6BFDD), Queens Violet by Behr (#CFBCE2), Plum Cake by Hirshfield's (#D1BFDC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Plum Point?
Plum Point has an LRV of 55.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
Explore More with Plum Point
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 Plum Point's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.