Plum-Med Peony 346-4DB is a neutral paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #C1A8B8, LRV 43 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mauve Melody from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C1A8B8 · 346-4DB
Plum-Med Peony
43%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Plum-Med Peony Technical Profile
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Plum-Med Peony in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Plum-Med Peony in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyPlum-Med Peony
Nearly identical
KilzMauve Melody
Mauve Melody
Kilz
Nearly identical
Pansy Posie
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Light Rosa
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Rosy Tan
Behr
Nearly identical
Glass Slippers
Valspar
Very similar
Hint of Mauve
PPG
Very similar
Lavender Lipstick
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Magical Mauve
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Obi Lilac
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Cinder Rose
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Air .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Plum-Med Peony
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Plum-Med Peony
#C1A8B8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD858A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Plum-Med Peony
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Plum-Med Peony 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
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Plum-Med Peony — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Plum-Med Peony have?
Plum-Med Peony by Dutch Boy has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Plum-Med Peony in your own space before committing.
What colors match Plum-Med Peony from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Plum-Med Peony are Mauve Melody by Kilz (a near-identical match), Pansy Posie by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Light Rosa by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Plum-Med Peony'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-Med Peony?
Plum-Med Peony has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Plum-Med Peony's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.