Simple Plum 1001-7B is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #82747B, LRV 19 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Soulmate from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #82747B · 1001-7B
Simple Plum
19%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Simple Plum Technical Profile
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Simple Plum in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Simple Plum in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSimple Plum
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsSoulmate
Soulmate
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Blooming Wisteria
Behr
Nearly identical
Choo Choo
PPG
Very similar
Vintage Charm
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Plum Island
Vista Paint
Very similar
Platinum Grey
RAL
Very similar
Allium Poofs
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Iced Orchid
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Hickory Cliff
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Burgundy Frost
Kilz
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Simple Plum
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Simple Plum
#82747B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AA7F7F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Simple Plum
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Simple Plum 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 Simple Plum.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Simple Plum — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Simple Plum have?
Simple Plum 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 Simple Plum in your own space before committing.
What colors match Simple Plum from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Simple Plum are Soulmate by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Blooming Wisteria by Behr (a near-identical match), Choo Choo by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Simple Plum'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 Simple Plum?
Simple Plum has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 18.7, 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 Simple Plum's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.