Purple Beech 347-6DB is a neutral paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #966E7C, LRV 19 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wild Geranium from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #966E7C · 347-6DB
Purple Beech
19%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Purple Beech Technical Profile
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Purple Beech in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Purple Beech in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyPurple Beech
Nearly identical
PPGWild Geranium
Wild Geranium
PPG
Nearly identical
Aplomb
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Hickory Stick
Behr
Very similar
Moss Rose
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Posh Rose
Valspar
Very similar
Montrose Rose
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Montrose Rose
Vista Paint
Very similar
Bohemian Jazz
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Burgundy Frost
Kilz
Very similar
Pastel Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Purple Beech
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Purple Beech
#966E7C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8B85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Purple Beech
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Purple Beech 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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More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Purple Beech — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purple Beech have?
Purple Beech 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 Purple Beech in your own space before committing.
What colors match Purple Beech from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Purple Beech are Wild Geranium by PPG (a near-identical match), Aplomb by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Hickory Stick by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Purple Beech'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 Purple Beech?
Purple Beech has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.1, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Purple Beech's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.