Ref. #5C4450 · 1046-7
Purple Basil
7%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Purple Basil Technical Profile
What color is Purple Basil? It's a dark warm neutral with the hex code #5C4450. Colors similar to Purple Basil include Behr Semi Sweet, Valspar Plummy Rouge, Behr Vixen. Purple Basil has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 7, Purple Basil 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, Purple Basil 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 Purple Basil
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Purple Basil
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Purple Basil
#5C4450
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7F5454
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Purple Basil
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Purple Basil 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 Purple Basil.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Purple Basil — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purple Basil have?
Purple Basil by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Purple Basil from other brands?
The closest matches are Semi Sweet by Behr (#573F4A), Plummy Rouge by Valspar (#5A4050), Vixen by Behr (#5B4051). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Purple Basil?
Purple Basil has an LRV of 7.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Purple Basil's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.