Perfect Plum 1011-7 is a pink paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #5B3C47, estimated LRV 6 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Plumbago from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #5B3C47 · 1011-7
Perfect Plum
6%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Perfect Plum Technical Profile
HEX Code#5B3C47
RGB91, 60, 71
Estimated LRV5.9
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
BrandValspar
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#593843
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Colors That Work With Perfect Plum
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Perfect Plum
#5B3C47
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#795751
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Perfect Plum
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Perfect 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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Perfect Plum — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Perfect Plum have?
Perfect Plum by Valspar 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 Perfect Plum from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Perfect Plum are Plumbago by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Jamaica by Behr (a close digital match), Hibiscus Punch by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Perfect 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 Perfect Plum?
Perfect Plum has a estimated lightness value of 5.9, 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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Why Perfect Plum's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.