Ref. #806173 · 1214
Majestic Plum
14%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Majestic Plum Technical Profile
What color is Majestic Plum? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #806173. Colors similar to Majestic Plum include Vista Paint Majestic Plum, Valspar Purple Sunset, Vista Paint Orchard Plum. Majestic Plum has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 14, Majestic Plum creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Majestic Plum pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Majestic Plum
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Majestic Plum
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Majestic Plum
#806173
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A17376
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Majestic Plum
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Majestic 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
Similar Hirshfield's Colors
Other Hirshfield's colors close to Majestic Plum.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Majestic Plum — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Majestic Plum have?
Majestic Plum by Hirshfield's has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Majestic Plum from other brands?
The closest matches are Majestic Plum by Vista Paint (#7F5F70), Purple Sunset by Valspar (#7E6472), Orchard Plum by Vista Paint (#87657A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Majestic Plum?
Majestic Plum has an LRV of 14.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Majestic Plum's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.