Plum Dandy 6284 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #8B6878, estimated LRV 17 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hickory Stick from Behr (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #8B6878 · 6284
Plum Dandy
17%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Plum Dandy Technical Profile
HEX Code#8B6878
RGB139, 104, 120
Estimated LRV16.7
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 Familygray
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Plum Dandy
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Plum Dandy
#8B6878
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A97F7D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Plum Dandy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Plum Dandy 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 Dandy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Plum Dandy have?
Plum Dandy by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray 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 Dandy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Plum Dandy are Hickory Stick by Behr (a very close match), Orchard Plum by Vista Paint (a very close match), Victorian Plum by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Plum Dandy'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 Dandy?
Plum Dandy has a estimated lightness value of 16.7, 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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