Mauvelous BNC-12 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B2ABA9, estimated 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.
Behr · #B2ABA9 · BNC-12
Mauvelous
39%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Mauvelous Technical Profile
HEX Code#B2ABA9
RGB178, 171, 169
Estimated LRV39.0
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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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Compare alternatives to Mauvelous
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Smoky Wings
Hirshfield's
#B2ACA9
Close digital match
Slate Pebble
PPG
#B4ADA9
Close digital match
Silver Plated
Dutch Boy
#B4AAA8
Close digital match
London Coach
Valspar
#B7AEAA
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Elephant Gray
Benjamin Moore
#B6ACA8
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Proper Gray
Sherwin-Williams
#ADA8A5
Close digital match
Natural Echo
Kilz
#B9B0AE
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Smoky Mountain
Dunn-Edwards
#AFA8A9
Close digital match
Smoky Wings
Vista Paint
#B3ADA8
Close digital match
Dove Tale
Farrow & Ball
#BBB1AB
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RAL
#A5A5A5
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Colors That Work With Mauvelous
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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
Digital 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
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Mauvelous — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mauvelous have?
Mauvelous by Behr has a warm (pink) 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 Mauvelous from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mauvelous are Smoky Wings by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Slate Pebble by PPG (a close digital match), Silver Service by PPG (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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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.