Behr Plum Smoke PPU16-14

Color code:PPU16-14
Color name:Plum Smoke
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Plum Smoke?

Welcome to a space transformed by the captivating allure of Behr PPU16-14 Plum Smoke. This exquisite shade effortlessly marries rich purples and soft grays, creating a sophisticated ambiance that exudes elegance. Pair Plum Smoke with complementary hues like a warm blush or cool sage to enhance its versatility and create a harmonious color palette. Elevate your interiors with a touch of modernity and depth with Plum Smoke as the focal point, infusing any room with a sense of refined charm and style. Choose Behr's Plum Smoke to redefine your space and cultivate a luxurious atmosphere that is both chic and timeless.

What are Behr Plum Smoke undertones?

Red is Behr Plum Smoke undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate

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HEX value

HEX value:

#928E8E

RGB code:

146, 142, 142

Is Behr Plum Smoke PPU16-14 cool or warm?

warm colors
Color wheel
cool colors

With a hue of 0° this Grey refers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

PPU16-14 Plum Smoke HSL code: 0, 2%, 56%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is a percentage value. 0% is a shade of grey, and 100% is the full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

  • Warm Grey will make even large rooms feel cozy and intimate
  • Warm Grey undertones tend to make you feel happy, energized and playful
  • Warm paint colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
  • Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting

Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Plum Smoke:

Monochromatic color scheme

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. It's the perfect hue combination, but with no accent decor it's pretty boring.

Lighter shades

Darker shades

Behr PPU16-14 Plum Smoke

Complementary color scheme

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.

Color comparison

Plum Smoke PPU16-14 vs Gray Shingle SW 7670

Behr Plum Smoke PPU16-14 vs Sherwin Williams Gray Shingle SW 7670Open Plum Smoke PPU16-14
LRV: 27.73%
Medium color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 29.27%
Medium color
Temperature: warm

Plum Smoke PPU16-14 vs Cool Ashes N520-4

Behr Plum Smoke PPU16-14 vs Behr Cool Ashes N520-4Open Plum Smoke PPU16-14
LRV: 27.73%
Medium color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 28.88%
Medium color
Temperature: warm