Carter Plum
Carter Plum is a genuinely dark Purple from Benjamin Moore. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. Below, you'll find 4 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.
Hex
#734450
LRV
10.07
Carter Plum in Real Rooms
Carter Plum has a low LRV of 10.07 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. It's neutral in temperature, making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Purple family, the photos below show it applied in a front door, bathroom and misc.
1 Front Door Photo
There's a psychological sense of "arrival" when you step up to a door painted in Carter Plum. It feels solid, grounded, and permanent, giving both residents and guests a sense of stability as they cross the threshold.
Front entrance door painted in Carter Plum makes a sophisticated first impression.
@pickettpauladangelo
1 Bathroom Photo
In the bathroom, Carter Plum brings a spa-like intentionality to the space. It responds well to task lighting and natural light alike, and pairs beautifully with white fixtures, warm wood vanities, or brushed brass hardware for a polished, restful result.
Bathroom walls in Carter Plum create an intimate, jewel-toned retreat.
@pollockshardwarecoop
2 Misc Photos
Carter Plum shows up in some unexpected spaces in these photos — hallways, laundry rooms, and accent walls. Each one makes the case that the color's versatility extends well beyond the obvious applications into every corner of the home.
Wall surface painted in Carter Plum demonstrates rich, sophisticated color depth.
@wmbgbrand
Wall panelling finished in Carter Plum adds architectural interest and visual warmth.
@1909queenanne
