Plummet Plum 403-4DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #9B8882, estimated LRV 26 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Irish Tea from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #9B8882 · 403-4DB
Plummet Plum
26%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Plummet Plum Technical Profile
HEX Code#9B8882
RGB155, 136, 130
Estimated LRV26.2
UndertoneNeutral
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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#9C8682
Close digital match
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Colors That Work With Plummet Plum
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Plummet Plum
#9B8882
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA385
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Plummet Plum
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Plummet 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
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Plummet Plum — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Plummet Plum have?
Plummet Plum by Dutch Boy has a neutral 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 Plummet Plum from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Plummet Plum are Irish Tea by Valspar (a close digital match), Cocoa Berry by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Rowhouse Brown by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Plummet Plum'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 Plummet Plum?
Plummet Plum has a estimated lightness value of 26.2, 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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