Royal Plum 1178-7 is a pink paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #654161, estimated LRV 7 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Create .06 from Colorhouse (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #654161 · 1178-7
Royal Plum
7%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Royal Plum Technical Profile
HEX Code#654161
RGB101, 65, 97
Estimated LRV7.4
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familypink
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Royal Plum
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Royal Plum
#654161
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#825768
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Royal Plum
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Royal Plum 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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Royal Plum — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Royal Plum have?
Royal Plum by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the pink 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 Royal Plum from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Royal Plum are Create .06 by Colorhouse (a close digital match), Purple Odyssey by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Berry Light by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Royal Plum'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 Royal Plum?
Royal Plum has a estimated lightness value of 7.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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