Ref. #4A4050 · C-1383
Plum Island
6%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Plum Island Technical Profile
What color is Plum Island? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #4A4050. Colors similar to Plum Island include Hirshfield's Plum Island, PPG Blackberry, PPG Blackberry. Plum Island has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 6, Plum Island creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Plum Island pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Plum Island
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Plum Island
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Plum Island
#4A4050
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#754E70
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Plum Island
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Plum Island 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Plum Island.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Plum Island — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Plum Island have?
Plum Island by Vista Paint has a cool (violet) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Plum Island from other brands?
The closest matches are Plum Island by Hirshfield's (#463C4E), Blackberry by PPG (#4A4354), Blackberry by PPG (#4A4354). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Plum Island?
Plum Island has an LRV of 5.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Plum Island's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.