Dutchess Dawn MQ1-04 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C9A7AC, estimated LRV 43 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Soft Mulberry Mauve from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #C9A7AC · MQ1-04
Dutchess Dawn
43%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Dutchess Dawn Technical Profile
HEX Code#C9A7AC
RGB201, 167, 172
Estimated LRV43.0
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familyred
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Dutchess Dawn
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dutchess Dawn
#C9A7AC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9385
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dutchess Dawn
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dutchess Dawn 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
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Dutchess Dawn — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dutchess Dawn have?
Dutchess Dawn by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the red color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Dutchess Dawn from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dutchess Dawn are Soft Mulberry Mauve by PPG (a close digital match), Cinder Rose by Farrow & Ball (a close digital match), Rosy Hue by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Dutchess Dawn'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 Dutchess Dawn?
Dutchess Dawn has a estimated lightness value of 43.0, 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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