Vintage Mauve PPU17-11 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #BAAFAD, estimated LRV 44 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Natural Echo from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #BAAFAD · PPU17-11
Vintage Mauve
44%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Vintage Mauve Technical Profile
HEX Code#BAAFAD
RGB186, 175, 173
Estimated LRV44.1
UndertoneNeutral
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 Vintage Mauve
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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
Digital 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
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Vintage Mauve — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Vintage Mauve have?
Vintage Mauve by Behr has a neutral 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 Vintage Mauve from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Vintage Mauve are Natural Echo by Kilz (a close digital match), Always Taupe by Kilz (a close digital match), Silver Plated by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Vintage 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 Vintage Mauve?
Vintage Mauve has a estimated lightness value of 44.1, 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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