Ref. #3D3946 · 2069-10
Deep Mulberry
4%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Deep Mulberry Technical Profile
What color is Deep Mulberry? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #3D3946. Colors similar to Deep Mulberry include Valspar Twilight Purple, Behr Aubergine, Vista Paint Queen Victoria. Deep Mulberry has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 4, Deep Mulberry creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Deep Mulberry 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 Deep Mulberry
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Deep Mulberry
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Deep Mulberry
#3D3946
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#64476B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Deep Mulberry
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Deep Mulberry 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Deep Mulberry.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Deep Mulberry — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Deep Mulberry have?
Deep Mulberry by Benjamin Moore has a cool (violet) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Deep Mulberry from other brands?
The closest matches are Twilight Purple by Valspar (#3E3B46), Aubergine by Behr (#433B4A), Queen Victoria by Vista Paint (#46404D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Deep Mulberry?
Deep Mulberry has an LRV of 4.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Deep Mulberry's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.