Ref. #5F4561 · 1177-7
Pansy Petal
8%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Pansy Petal Technical Profile
What color is Pansy Petal? It's a dark warm neutral with the hex code #5F4561. Colors similar to Pansy Petal include Benjamin Moore Taro, Behr Plum Rich, Hirshfield's Dreamy Heaven. Pansy Petal has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 8, Pansy Petal 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, Pansy Petal 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 Pansy Petal
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pansy Petal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pansy Petal
#5F4561
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#825770
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pansy Petal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pansy Petal 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Pansy Petal.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pansy Petal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pansy Petal have?
Pansy Petal by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Pansy Petal from other brands?
The closest matches are Taro by Benjamin Moore (#5C445E), Plum Rich by Behr (#644761), Dreamy Heaven by Hirshfield's (#594158). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pansy Petal?
Pansy Petal has an LRV of 7.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pansy Petal's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.