Plum Legacy 1002-7B is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #917987, LRV 21 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Panached Purple from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #917987 · 1002-7B
Plum Legacy
21%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Plum Legacy Technical Profile
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Plum Legacy in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Plum Legacy in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparPlum Legacy
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyPanached Purple
Panached Purple
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Beguiling Blossom
Vista Paint
Very similar
Heather'S Plum
PPG
Very similar
Muted Berry
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Charming Violet
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Ruby Violet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Burgundy Frost
Kilz
Very similar
Mulberry Wine
Behr
Very similar
Aplomb
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pastel Violet
RAL
Visible difference
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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 sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Plum Legacy in your own space before committing.
What colors match Plum Legacy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Plum Legacy are Panached Purple by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Beguiling Blossom by Vista Paint (a very close match), Heather'S Plum by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Plum Legacy'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 Legacy?
Plum Legacy has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.4, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Plum Legacy's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.