Pleasing Purple 344-6DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #575269, estimated LRV 9 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Magic Spell from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #575269 · 344-6DB
Pleasing Purple
9%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Pleasing Purple Technical Profile
HEX Code#575269
RGB87, 82, 105
Estimated LRV9.1
UndertoneCool (Violet)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandDutch Boy
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Colors That Work With Pleasing Purple
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pleasing Purple
#575269
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#815F8F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pleasing Purple
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pleasing Purple 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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Pleasing Purple — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pleasing Purple have?
Pleasing Purple by Dutch Boy has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Pleasing Purple from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pleasing Purple are Magic Spell by PPG (a close digital match), Illusionist by Behr (a close digital match), Mardi Gras by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Pleasing Purple'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 Pleasing Purple?
Pleasing Purple has a estimated lightness value of 9.1, 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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