Pantry Plum 7229 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #3D3F4C, estimated LRV 5 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Black Elegance from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #3D3F4C · 7229
Pantry Plum
5%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Pantry Plum Technical Profile
HEX Code#3D3F4C
RGB61, 63, 76
Estimated LRV5.1
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familygray
BrandVista Paint
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Compare alternatives to Pantry Plum
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#3C3F4D
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#383C49
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Colors That Work With Pantry Plum
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pantry Plum
#3D3F4C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#594B71
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pantry Plum
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pantry 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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Pantry Plum — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pantry Plum have?
Pantry Plum by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Pantry Plum from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pantry Plum are Black Elegance by Behr (a close digital match), Blackberry Punch by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Mountain Fig by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Pantry 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 Pantry Plum?
Pantry Plum has a estimated lightness value of 5.1, 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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