Plum-Med Purple 246-5DB is a neutral paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #A6839C, LRV 27 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Violet Bouquet from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A6839C · 246-5DB
Plum-Med Purple
27%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Plum-Med Purple Technical Profile
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Plum-Med Purple in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Plum-Med Purple 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 Purple
Nearly identical
BehrViolet Bouquet
Violet Bouquet
Behr
Nearly identical
Radiant Lilac
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Fashionably Plum
Vista Paint
Very similar
Berry Bright
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pale Plum
PPG
Very similar
Purple Jewel
Valspar
Very similar
Pastel Violet
RAL
Very similar
Purple Hyacinth
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Fruit Smoothie
Kilz
Very similar
Grapevine
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Plum-Med Purple
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Plum-Med Purple
#A6839C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD858D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Plum-Med Purple
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Plum-Med 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
Similar Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Plum-Med Purple.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Plum-Med Purple — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Plum-Med Purple have?
Plum-Med Purple 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 Purple in your own space before committing.
What colors match Plum-Med Purple from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Plum-Med Purple are Violet Bouquet by Behr (a near-identical match), Radiant Lilac by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Fashionably Plum by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Plum-Med 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 Plum-Med Purple?
Plum-Med Purple has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.7, 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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Related Reading
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-Med Purple's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.