Pink Plunge 1001-1C is a pink paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #EAA7CA, estimated LRV 49 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Valentine Pink from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #EAA7CA · 1001-1C
Pink Plunge
49%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Pink Plunge Technical Profile
HEX Code#EAA7CA
RGB234, 167, 202
Estimated LRV49.4
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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#EAA5C7
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#E9AAD1
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Colors That Work With Pink Plunge
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pink Plunge
#EAA7CA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BF7375
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pink Plunge
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pink Plunge 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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Pink Plunge — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pink Plunge have?
Pink Plunge 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 Pink Plunge from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pink Plunge are Valentine Pink by PPG (a close digital match), Glim-Glam Pink by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Easter Pink by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Pink Plunge'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 Pink Plunge?
Pink Plunge has a estimated lightness value of 49.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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