Ref. #4A4653 · 6265
Quixotic Plum
7%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Quixotic Plum Technical Profile
What color is Quixotic Plum? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #4A4653. Colors similar to Quixotic Plum include Behr Extravagance, Vista Paint Queen Victoria, Benjamin Moore Shadow. Quixotic Plum has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 7, Quixotic Plum 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, Quixotic Plum 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 Quixotic Plum
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Quixotic Plum
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Quixotic Plum
#4A4653
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#73527A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Quixotic Plum
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Quixotic 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
Similar Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Quixotic Plum.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Quixotic Plum — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Quixotic Plum have?
Quixotic Plum by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (violet) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Quixotic Plum from other brands?
The closest matches are Extravagance by Behr (#4F4953), Queen Victoria by Vista Paint (#46404D), Shadow by Benjamin Moore (#524B59). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Quixotic Plum?
Quixotic Plum has an LRV of 6.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Quixotic Plum's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.