PURPLES
Parma Plum Red
#5E3958
Parma Plum Red is #5E3958 in HEX — rgb(94, 57, 88), hsl(310°, 25%, 30%), cmyk(0%, 39%, 6%, 63%).
Parma Plum Red pulls into the rich end of the purples spectrum — HSL 310°, 25%, 30%. The muted saturation makes it quiet but present, and the hue reads warm. In interior projects it shines on accent walls, dressing rooms, creative studios — for character without shouting. Reads best alongside warm whites, walnut, brass, deep velvet textiles.
Color Codes
Paint Matches — this color across 16 brands
Colorhouse
Create .06 Create-06
PPG
Royal Plum 1178-7
Dulux
School Captain S46H8
Sherwin-Williams
Kimono Violet SW6839
Dunn-Edwards
Primitive Plum DEA195
Benjamin Moore
Autumn 2073-20
Hallman-Lindsay
Joyous Song 1187
RAL
Red Lilac 4001
Vista Paint
Joyous Song C-1186
Behr
Plum Rich MQ5-35
Kilz
Succulent RH280
Valspar
Plum Good 4011-10
Farrow & Ball
Brinjal 222
IKEA
IKEA160 160
Kobra
Red 17
Dutch Boy
Royal Blue D-6740
Light Reflectance & Undertone
Light Reflectance Value (LRV)
6/100
Very Dark
Absorbs almost all light — dramatic and cocooning. Needs strong artificial lighting and works best as an accent or in well-lit rooms.
Undertone
Reads as a neutral pink with a red undertone showing through, especially in daylight. Pair trim and adjacent colours to either calm or amplify that undertone.
Color Theory
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-Complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Rectangle
Compound
Variations
Lighter
Darker
Saturation
Interior Use
Best Rooms
dressing rooms, creative studios, accent walls
Best Uses
feature walls, cabinetry, textiles
Pairs With
warm whites, walnut, brass, deep velvet textiles
Accessibility (WCAG)
Deuteranopia
Protanopia
Tritanopia
Color Psychology
Sophisticated · Imaginative
Parma Plum Red carries history — long associated with luxury and contemplation. It works in low-light, intimate rooms (dressing rooms, dens, accent walls) where its complexity gets time to unfold. Pair with brass and walnut.
How it looks under different light
Pairs With
Paint Info
Brand · Product Line
Benjamin Moore / Regal Select Interior
Recommended Finishes
Eggshell (walls) · Pearl (trim) · Matte (ceiling)
Eggshell hides imperfections on main walls while keeping the color rich; pearl on trim adds subtle sheen and easier cleaning; flat matte on ceilings prevents glare.
Best Surfaces
Primary walls · Cabinetry · Doors · Mouldings
Coverage & Dry Time
Typical coverage 350-400 sq ft per gallon over a primed surface.
Touch-dry in ~1 hour. Recoat after 4 hours. Full cure 7-14 days.
Primer
Standard primer is adequate.
Application Tip
Use a 9" microfiber roller on walls and a 2.5" angled sash brush for trim cuts. Two coats minimum for even depth.
Paint Calculator
You'll need
4.0 litres
1.06 US gallons · room for one touch-up coat. Buy slightly more to ensure single-batch match.
Code Snippets
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Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #5E3958?
#5E3958 is Parma Plum Red, a deep purple with a warm undertone.
Is #5E3958 warm or cool?
Parma Plum Red reads warm, which influences how it interacts with surrounding tones and natural light.
What rooms work best with Parma Plum Red?
Parma Plum Red works well in dressing rooms, creative studios, accent walls. Designers typically use it for feature walls, cabinetry, textiles.
What colors pair well with Parma Plum Red?
Parma Plum Red pairs naturally with warm whites, walnut, brass, deep velvet textiles. Its complementary color is also a strong contrast option for accents.
Where can I download Parma Plum Red?
You can download Parma Plum Red on DSGN.HOUSE in 15 designer formats including CSS gradient, Figma, Procreate swatches, Tailwind config, Adobe ASE, SVG, and 4K wallpapers — all free.
What's the hex code for Parma Plum Red?
The hex code is #5E3958. In RGB it's 94, 57, 88, and in HSL it's 310°, 25%, 30%.
