Ref. #825E61 · DE6020
Ripe Plum
14%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Ripe Plum Technical Profile
What color is Ripe Plum? It's a deep warm neutral with the hex code #825E61. Colors similar to Ripe Plum include Kilz Australian Shiraz, Vista Paint Whimsy, Sherwin-Williams Alaea. Ripe Plum has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 14, Ripe Plum creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Ripe 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 Ripe Plum
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ripe Plum
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ripe Plum
#825E61
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A18672
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ripe Plum
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ripe 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 Ripe 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.
Ripe Plum — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ripe Plum have?
Ripe Plum by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Ripe Plum from other brands?
The closest matches are Australian Shiraz by Kilz (#835C5F), Whimsy by Vista Paint (#896367), Alaea by Sherwin-Williams (#81585B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ripe Plum?
Ripe Plum has an LRV of 13.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ripe Plum's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.