Plum Shade 1003-5B is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #A181A5, estimated LRV 26 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fruit Smoothie from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #A181A5 · 1003-5B
Plum Shade
26%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Plum Shade Technical Profile
HEX Code#A181A5
RGB161, 129, 165
Estimated LRV26.0
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 Familyneutral
BrandValspar
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Fruit Smoothie
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#9F80A5
Close digital match
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#A785A7
Close digital match
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#A07DA6
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Colors That Work With Plum Shade
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Plum Shade
#A181A5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD859E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Plum Shade
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Plum Shade 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 Shade — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Plum Shade have?
Plum Shade by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Shade from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Plum Shade are Fruit Smoothie by Kilz (a close digital match), Baroness by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Naples Sunset by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Plum Shade'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 Shade?
Plum Shade has a estimated lightness value of 26.0, 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 Shade's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.