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A match of Valspar 1011-7 Perfect Plum is a very deep plum with a restrained, red-leaning undertone. It reads closer to a muted burgundy-plum than a bright purple, with enough chroma to stay distinct but not enough to look vivid. At an LRV of 2.8, it can appear nearly black in lower light and reveal its color character more clearly under direct light.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to the selected brand color can be useful on small parts that need a dark colored finish rather than standard black. Common spray applications include metal brackets, switch plates, vent covers, speaker grilles, railings, mailboxes, shutters, hardware, trim pieces, frames, shelving, and painted accessories. On these items, the color can provide a deep plum tone that still reads as a dark architectural finish.
Because this is a dark color, surface preparation and finish choice matter. Smooth substrates and clean edges will show the color clearly, while texture, sanding marks, and uneven sheen can be more noticeable in a dark coating. A gloss or satin finish may make the red-plum undertone read a little deeper or more reflective, and outdoor exposure can change the appearance more noticeably over time than it would on a quieter neutral.
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1011-6 Ancient Burgundy
19-2410 Amaranth
95-17A Deep Burgundy
The Valspar Corporation is a manufacturer of paint and coatings based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Valspar was founded in 1806 as a paint dealership in Boston, Massachusetts. The Valspar name emerged in 1903 as the name of a clear varnish and became the company name in 1932. Sherwin-Williams acquired Valspar in June 2017.
MyPerfectColor is able to match all of the Valspar paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Valspar 1011-7 Perfect Plum by matching the original Valspar color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor does not use Valspar paint.
The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Valspar 1011-7 Perfect Plum and may not match Valspar Color standards. Refer to Valspar Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Valspar 1011-7 Perfect Plum. If you intend to touch up paint that has been on your walls for years, know that your color has undoubtedly changed from the original due to exposure to light and age and the new paint may not match. You will achieve the best results by re-coating the entire surface.
If you need more assistance, please feel free to contact us and one of our expert staff would be happy to help.
If you are ordering a custom match of Valspar 1011-7 Perfect Plum, confirm the brand color reference, the MyPerfectColor product format, the sheen, and the quantity before checkout. Custom-made color matches are made to order, so they should be chosen carefully and are not returnable or refundable once produced.
If you are matching an existing item, verify that Valspar 1011-7 Perfect Plum is the exact target color you want before you place the order.
The sheen you choose will change how Valspar 1011-7 Perfect Plum looks on the finished item. Lower-sheen finishes reduce reflectivity, while higher-sheen finishes are easier to clean and will make surface texture and color variation more noticeable.
Choose the finish that fits the item and the level of durability you need, because the same color can read differently in flat, satin, semi-gloss, or gloss finishes.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Valspar 1011-7 Perfect Plum is useful when the part is small, detailed, curved, or awkward to brush. It is a practical choice for trim pieces, vents, railings, pipes, hardware, fixtures, and accessories when you want the color on a removable or hard-to-coat item.
Use proper surface prep and apply light coats so the finish builds evenly.
Do not rely on screen color alone when ordering a match of Valspar 1011-7 Perfect Plum. Confirm the color from a physical swatch, an original brand color reference, or a known existing painted sample.
MyPerfectColor matches to the selected brand color standard, so the order should be based on the exact reference you want reproduced.
Plastics can vary a lot, so a test on the actual material is the safest way to check a match of Valspar 1011-7 Perfect Plum. MyPerfectColor spray paint adheres well to most plastics, but some surfaces need better preparation or a primer to improve adhesion.
If the item is a difficult plastic or another low-energy surface, use MyPerfectColor primer before painting and confirm the result on a small test area first.
MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Valspar 1011-7 Perfect Plum enables you to conveniently achieve a professional spray-smooth finish in any color in any sheen. It sticks well to most surfaces including metal, plastics, powder-coatings, cabinets and primed or previously painted wood.
The MyPerfectColor 11oz spray will cover about 20 square feet per coat. Keep in mind that it is difficult to gauge spray paint need as the coverage is highly dependent on how it is applied. Learn more about how spray paint works at MyPerfectColor.
MyPerfectColor has hundreds of color books in its archive, including the original Valspar paint color books. The color Valspar 1011-7 Perfect Plum you are looking for is in our library. We are able to make paint and verify that it matches the original.
Please note that if you are trying to touch up, the paint on your wall now is likely different than it was when first painted. MyPerfectColor will be sending the original color which may no longer match your walls. Learn more about color matching accuracy and our color matching service.
While we can provide Valspar 1011-7 Perfect Plum in paint, we don't provide any crossover information. We've found that every paint company offers its own unique selection of colors and rarely does a color have an exact equivalent in another brand.
However, under the color image on a color page there is a link that says "Explore Colors". Clicking this link displays colors with similar values and you can look for any colors from the brand you want.
Keep in mind that this just shows similar colors based on the color values we have stored in our database. It doesn't mean it is the same or give any approximation about how close the color is. You can play around with the Hue, Lightness and Chroma sliders to expand the selection.