Mauve Melody T16-18 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A69F9A, estimated LRV 35 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wind in the Willows from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #A69F9A · T16-18
Mauve Melody
35%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Mauve Melody Technical Profile
HEX Code#A69F9A
RGB166, 159, 154
Estimated LRV35.2
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Mauve Melody
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mauve Melody
#A69F9A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAA85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mauve Melody
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mauve Melody 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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Mauve Melody — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mauve Melody have?
Mauve Melody by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the gray 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 Mauve Melody from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mauve Melody are Wind in the Willows by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Historic Monument by Kilz (a close digital match), Dust Yourself Off by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mauve Melody'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 Mauve Melody?
Mauve Melody has a estimated lightness value of 35.2, 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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Why Mauve Melody's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.