Plum Wine DE5978 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #745E6F, LRV 13 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Raisin In The Sun from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #745E6F · DE5978
Plum Wine
13%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Plum Wine Technical Profile
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Plum Wine in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Plum Wine in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsPlum Wine
Nearly identical
BehrRaisin In The Sun
Raisin In The Sun
Behr
Nearly identical
Plump Grape
Valspar
Very similar
Ripened Plum
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Plum Shadow
PPG
Very similar
Majestic Plum
Vista Paint
Very similar
Majestic Plum
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pinot Grigio Grape
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Grape Harvest
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Roasted Beet
Kilz
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pearl Black Berry
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Plum Wine
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Plum Wine
#745E6F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9B6A77
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Plum Wine
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Plum Wine 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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Plum Wine — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Plum Wine have?
Plum Wine 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 Plum Wine in your own space before committing.
What colors match Plum Wine from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Plum Wine are Raisin In The Sun by Behr (a near-identical match), Smoked Mulberry by Behr (a near-identical match), Plump Grape by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Plum Wine'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 Plum Wine?
Plum Wine has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.9, 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
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 Wine's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.