Plummy Rouge 8003-2G is a purple paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #5A4050, LRV 6 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Vixen from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5A4050 · 8003-2G
Plummy Rouge
6%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Plummy Rouge Technical Profile
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Plummy Rouge in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Plummy Rouge in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparPlummy Rouge
Nearly identical
BehrVixen
Vixen
Behr
Nearly identical
Mulberry
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Purple Basil
PPG
Very similar
Crowd Pleaser
Vista Paint
Very similar
Mature Grape
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Purple Stiletto
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Autumn Purple
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Eggplant
Kilz
Very similar
Create .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Brinjal
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Antiqued Fuchsia
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Red Lilac
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Plummy Rouge
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Plummy Rouge
#5A4050
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7B5257
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Plummy Rouge
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Plummy Rouge 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 Plummy Rouge.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Plummy Rouge — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Plummy Rouge have?
Plummy Rouge 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 Plummy Rouge in your own space before committing.
What colors match Plummy Rouge from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Plummy Rouge are Vixen by Behr (a near-identical match), Vixen by Behr (a near-identical match), Mulberry by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Plummy Rouge'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 Plummy Rouge?
Plummy Rouge has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.4, 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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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 Plummy Rouge's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.