Plum Perfect 1250-5 is a purple paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B48AC2, estimated LRV 32 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cut Velvet from Vista Paint (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #B48AC2 · 1250-5
Plum Perfect
32%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Plum Perfect Technical Profile
HEX Code#B48AC2
RGB180, 138, 194
Estimated LRV31.8
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familypurple
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Plum Perfect
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Plum Perfect
#B48AC2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85A3
Trim & Molding
Digital 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
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Plum Perfect — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Plum Perfect have?
Plum Perfect by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the purple color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Plum Perfect from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Plum Perfect are Cut Velvet by Vista Paint (a very close match), Satin Flower by Vista Paint (a very close match), Cut Velvet by Hirshfield's (a very close match) — the best options for getting Plum Perfect'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 Plum Perfect?
Plum Perfect has a estimated lightness value of 31.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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