Mauvelous BNC-12 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B2ABA9, LRV 39 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Smoky Wings from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B2ABA9 · BNC-12
Mauvelous
39%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Mauvelous Technical Profile
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Mauvelous in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mauvelous in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrMauvelous
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sSmoky Wings
Smoky Wings
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Slate Pebble
PPG
Nearly identical
Silver Plated
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
London Coach
Valspar
Nearly identical
Elephant Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Proper Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Natural Echo
Kilz
Nearly identical
Smoky Mountain
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Smoky Wings
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dove Tale
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
White Aluminium
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mauvelous
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mauvelous
#B2ABA9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA285
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mauvelous
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mauvelous 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 Mauvelous.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mauvelous — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mauvelous have?
Mauvelous by Behr has a warm (pink) 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 Mauvelous in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mauvelous from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mauvelous are Smoky Wings by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Slate Pebble by PPG (a near-identical match), Silver Service by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mauvelous'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 Mauvelous?
Mauvelous has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.0, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mauvelous's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.