Antique Mauve PMD-53 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #AB9998, LRV 34 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dusky Hyacinth from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AB9998 · PMD-53
Antique Mauve
34%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Antique Mauve Technical Profile
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Antique Mauve in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Antique Mauve in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrAntique Mauve
Nearly identical
ValsparDusky Hyacinth
Dusky Hyacinth
Valspar
Nearly identical
Coffee Custard
PPG
Nearly identical
Hazelnut
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Luberon
Vista Paint
Very similar
Amethyst Sky
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Auger Shell
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Claystone
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Simply Taupe
Kilz
Very similar
Cozy Cover
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Charleston Gray
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Antique Mauve
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Antique Mauve
#AB9998
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9B85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Antique Mauve
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Antique Mauve 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 Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Antique Mauve.
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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Antique Mauve — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Antique Mauve have?
Antique Mauve by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Antique Mauve in your own space before committing.
What colors match Antique Mauve from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Antique Mauve are Dusky Hyacinth by Valspar (a near-identical match), Coffee Custard by PPG (a near-identical match), Hazelnut by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Antique Mauve's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Antique Mauve?
Antique Mauve has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Antique Mauve's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.