Sonic Plum 4002-10C is a purple paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #815A92, estimated LRV 14 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Royal Lilac from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #815A92 · 4002-10C
Sonic Plum
14%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Sonic Plum Technical Profile
HEX Code#815A92
RGB129, 90, 146
Estimated LRV14.1
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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Compare alternatives to Sonic Plum
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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#835995
Close digital match
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#845998
Close digital match
Full Glass
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#835B8D
Close digital match
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#795484
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#775A80
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#6C4675
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Colors That Work With Sonic Plum
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sonic Plum
#815A92
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6799D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sonic Plum
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sonic 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
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Sonic Plum — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sonic Plum have?
Sonic Plum 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 Sonic Plum from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sonic Plum are Royal Lilac by PPG (a close digital match), Cabaret by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Full Glass by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sonic 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 Sonic Plum?
Sonic Plum has a estimated lightness value of 14.1, 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 Sonic Plum's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.