Ref. #BAAFAD · PPU17-11
Vintage Mauve
44%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Vintage Mauve Technical Profile
What color is Vintage Mauve? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #BAAFAD. Colors similar to Vintage Mauve include Kilz Natural Echo, Kilz Always Taupe, Benjamin Moore Elephant Gray. Vintage Mauve has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 44 gives Vintage Mauve depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Vintage Mauve pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Vintage Mauve
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Vintage Mauve
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Vintage Mauve
#BAAFAD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9F85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Vintage Mauve
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Vintage 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Vintage Mauve.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Vintage Mauve — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Vintage Mauve have?
Vintage Mauve by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Vintage Mauve from other brands?
The closest matches are Natural Echo by Kilz (#B9B0AE), Always Taupe by Kilz (#BEB4B1), Elephant Gray by Benjamin Moore (#B6ACA8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Vintage Mauve?
Vintage Mauve has an LRV of 44.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Vintage Mauve's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.