Plum Burst 4002-10B is a purple paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #A381BA, estimated LRV 27 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lush Lilac from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #A381BA · 4002-10B
Plum Burst
27%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Plum Burst Technical Profile
HEX Code#A381BA
RGB163, 129, 186
Estimated LRV27.0
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 Familypurple
BrandValspar
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Compare alternatives to Plum Burst
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Lush Lilac
Dunn-Edwards
#9D7EB7
Close digital match
Reserve
Behr
#A884B8
Close digital match
Crocus Petal Purple
Benjamin Moore
#9B81BA
Similar digital color
Violet Illusion
PPG
#AB85BB
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Kismet
Sherwin-Williams
#A18AB7
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Pleasant Dream
Hirshfield's
#A379AA
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Cut Velvet
Vista Paint
#B18FC6
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Orchid Petals
Dutch Boy
#A77AA9
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Indulgence
Kilz
#B38BB8
Visible digital difference
Pearl Violet
RAL
#8673A1
Visible digital difference
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
#8D8089
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Plum Burst
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Plum Burst
#A381BA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85A9
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Plum Burst
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Plum Burst 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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Plum Burst — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Plum Burst have?
Plum Burst by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the purple 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 Plum Burst from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Plum Burst are Lush Lilac by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Reserve by Behr (a close digital match), Crocus Petal Purple by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Plum Burst'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 Plum Burst?
Plum Burst has a estimated lightness value of 27.0, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Plum Burst's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.