Purple Mauve 690F-5 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #9287A8, estimated LRV 26 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Purple Hills from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #9287A8 · 690F-5
Purple Mauve
26%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Purple Mauve Technical Profile
HEX Code#9287A8
RGB146, 135, 168
Estimated LRV26.3
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 Familyneutral
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Purple Mauve
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Purple Mauve
#9287A8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A785AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Purple Mauve
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Purple 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
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Purple Mauve — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purple Mauve have?
Purple Mauve by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Purple Mauve from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Purple Mauve are Purple Hills by Valspar (a close digital match), Veronica Flower by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Secret Lavender by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Purple 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 Purple Mauve?
Purple Mauve has a estimated lightness value of 26.3, 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 Purple Mauve's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.