Plum Burst 4002-10B is a purple paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #A381BA, 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.
Ref. #A381BA · 4002-10B
Plum Burst
27%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Plum Burst Technical Profile
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Plum Burst in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Plum Burst in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparPlum Burst
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsLush Lilac
Lush Lilac
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Reserve
Behr
Nearly identical
Crocus Petal Purple
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Violet Illusion
PPG
Very similar
Kismet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Pleasant Dream
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cut Velvet
Vista Paint
Very similar
Orchid Petals
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Indulgence
Kilz
Visible difference
Pearl Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Plum Burst
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
Pure 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Plum Burst.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Plum Burst in your own space before committing.
What colors match Plum Burst from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Plum Burst are Lush Lilac by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Reserve by Behr (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Related Reading
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 Plum Burst's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.