Ref. #514555 · 1292
Plum Perfect
7%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Plum Perfect Technical Profile
What color is Plum Perfect? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #514555. Colors similar to Plum Perfect include Vista Paint Plum Perfect, Benjamin Moore Grappa, Behr Mata Hari. Plum Perfect has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 7, Plum Perfect 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, Plum Perfect 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 Plum Perfect
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Plum Perfect
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Plum Perfect
#514555
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7B5271
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Plum Perfect
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Plum Perfect 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 Plum Perfect.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Plum Perfect — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Plum Perfect have?
Plum Perfect by Hirshfield's has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Plum Perfect from other brands?
The closest matches are Plum Perfect by Vista Paint (#4E4353), Grappa by Benjamin Moore (#554657), Mata Hari by Behr (#55475A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Plum Perfect?
Plum Perfect has an LRV of 6.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Perfect's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.