Ref. #9B8BDB · MP22023
Cuda Plum Met.
31%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Cuda Plum Met. Technical Profile
What color is Cuda Plum Met.? It's a medium warm blue with the hex code #9B8BDB. Cuda Plum Met. has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 31 gives Cuda Plum Met. depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Cuda Plum Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Aged To Perfection
Behr
Very similar
Adora
Vista Paint
Visible difference
Bailey Bells
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Faraway Sky
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Magic Carpet
PPG
Visible difference
Quite Lilac
Valspar
Visible difference
California Lilac
Benjamin Moore
Visible difference
Lavender Glow
Kilz
Visible difference
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cuda Plum Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cuda Plum Met.
#9B8BDB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A679B9
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cuda Plum Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cuda Plum Met. 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 MPC Colors
Other MPC colors close to Cuda Plum Met..
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cuda Plum Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cuda Plum Met. have?
Cuda Plum Met. by MPC has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Cuda Plum Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Aged To Perfection by Behr (#9F8BD4), Garden Pansy by Behr (#A38DEE), Celeb City by Behr (#9681E3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cuda Plum Met.?
Cuda Plum Met. has an LRV of 30.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cuda Plum Met.'s warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.