Plummy Rouge 8003-2G is a purple paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #5A4050, estimated 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.
Valspar · #5A4050 · 8003-2G
Plummy Rouge
6%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Plummy Rouge Technical Profile
HEX Code#5A4050
RGB90, 64, 80
Estimated LRV6.4
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 Familypurple
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 →
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#5B4051
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Colors That Work With Plummy Rouge
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Plummy Rouge from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Plummy Rouge are Vixen by Behr (a close digital match), Vixen by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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Why Plummy Rouge's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.