Allium Poofs 345-5DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #817583, LRV 19 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Classical Violet from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #817583 · 345-5DB
Allium Poofs
19%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Allium Poofs Technical Profile
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Allium Poofs in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Allium Poofs in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyAllium Poofs
Nearly identical
ValsparClassical Violet
Classical Violet
Valspar
Nearly identical
Plum Shadow
Behr
Very similar
Southern Belle
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lady Carlyle
Vista Paint
Very similar
Frosted Mulberry
PPG
Very similar
Tropical Dusk
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Mythical
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Jupiter
Kilz
Visible difference
Platinum Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Muted Berry
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Allium Poofs
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Allium Poofs
#817583
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AB809C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Allium Poofs
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Allium Poofs 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Allium Poofs.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Allium Poofs — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Allium Poofs have?
Allium Poofs by Dutch Boy 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 Allium Poofs in your own space before committing.
What colors match Allium Poofs from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Allium Poofs are Classical Violet by Valspar (a near-identical match), Plum Shadow by Behr (a very close match), Decorative Iris by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Allium Poofs'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 Allium Poofs?
Allium Poofs has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.0, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Allium Poofs's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.