Wisp of Mauve PPU2-6 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D9C7BE, estimated LRV 59 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Abalone Shell from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #D9C7BE · PPU2-6
Wisp of Mauve
59%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Wisp of Mauve Technical Profile
HEX Code#D9C7BE
RGB217, 199, 190
Estimated LRV59.3
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 Familyorange
BrandBehr
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#DBC7BD
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#D7C7BD
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#D7C3BA
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#DACAC0
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Colors That Work With Wisp of Mauve
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wisp of Mauve
#D9C7BE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA785
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wisp of Mauve
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wisp of 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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Wisp of Mauve — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wisp of Mauve have?
Wisp of Mauve by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange 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 Wisp of Mauve from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Wisp of Mauve are Abalone Shell by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), New Wool by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Coconut Macaroon by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Wisp of 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 Wisp of Mauve?
Wisp of Mauve has a estimated lightness value of 59.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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