Ref. #6E4D4C · 1006-7A
Brown Plum
9%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Brown Plum Technical Profile
What color is Brown Plum? It's a dark warm neutral with the hex code #6E4D4C. Colors similar to Brown Plum include PPG Chocolate Eclair, Dunn-Edwards Outer Boundary, PPG Chianti. Brown Plum has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Brown 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, Brown 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 Brown Plum
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Brown Plum
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Brown Plum
#6E4D4C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8E785F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Brown Plum
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Brown 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Brown Plum.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Brown Plum — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Brown Plum have?
Brown Plum by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Brown Plum from other brands?
The closest matches are Chocolate Eclair by PPG (#674848), Outer Boundary by Dunn-Edwards (#654846), Chianti by PPG (#72494A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Brown Plum?
Brown Plum has an LRV of 9.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Brown Plum's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.