Quixotic Plum 6265 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #4A4653, LRV 7 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Black Amethyst from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4A4653 · 6265
Quixotic Plum
7%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Quixotic Plum Technical Profile
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Quixotic Plum in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Quixotic Plum in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsQuixotic Plum
Nearly identical
PPGBlack Amethyst
Black Amethyst
PPG
Nearly identical
Piccolo
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Extravagance
Behr
Very similar
Queen Victoria
Vista Paint
Very similar
Shadow
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Jazlyn
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Night Night
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Twilight Purple
Valspar
Very similar
Paean Black
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Grate Black
Kilz
Very similar
Slate Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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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 sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Quixotic Plum in your own space before committing.
What colors match Quixotic Plum from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Quixotic Plum are Black Amethyst by PPG (a near-identical match), Piccolo by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Extravagance by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Quixotic 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 Quixotic Plum?
Quixotic Plum has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.5, 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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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.