Dusty Mauve 2174-40 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #D39286, estimated LRV 36 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Faded Rose from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #D39286 · 2174-40
Dusty Mauve
36%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Dusty Mauve Technical Profile
HEX Code#D39286
RGB211, 146, 134
Estimated LRV36.1
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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 Familyred
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Dusty Mauve
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dusty Mauve
#D39286
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B6A27C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dusty Mauve
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dusty 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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Dusty Mauve — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dusty Mauve have?
Dusty Mauve by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red 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 Dusty Mauve from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dusty Mauve are Faded Rose by PPG (a close digital match), Peach Preserve by Behr (a close digital match), Field of Flowers by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Dusty 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 Dusty Mauve?
Dusty Mauve has a estimated lightness value of 36.1, 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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