Ref. #917987 · 1002-7B
Plum Legacy
21%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Plum Legacy Technical Profile
What color is Plum Legacy? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #917987. Colors similar to Plum Legacy include Vista Paint Beguiling Blossom, Dunn-Edwards Muted Berry, Hirshfield's Charming Violet. Plum Legacy has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 21, Plum Legacy 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, Plum Legacy 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 Plum Legacy
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Plum Legacy
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Plum Legacy
#917987
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8588
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Plum Legacy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Plum Legacy 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 Legacy.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Plum Legacy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Plum Legacy have?
Plum Legacy by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Plum Legacy from other brands?
The closest matches are Beguiling Blossom by Vista Paint (#92778A), Muted Berry by Dunn-Edwards (#91788C), Charming Violet by Hirshfield's (#8C7281). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Plum Legacy?
Plum Legacy has an LRV of 21.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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