Ref. #C5BCC1 · 2115-50
Iced Mauve
52%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Iced Mauve Technical Profile
What color is Iced Mauve? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #C5BCC1. Colors similar to Iced Mauve include Behr Oak Ridge, Valspar Sun Painter, Behr Such Melodrama. Iced Mauve has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 52, Iced Mauve sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Iced 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 Iced Mauve
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Iced Mauve
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Iced Mauve
#C5BCC1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8587
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Iced Mauve
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Iced 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Iced 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.
Iced Mauve — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Iced Mauve have?
Iced Mauve by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Iced Mauve from other brands?
The closest matches are Oak Ridge by Behr (#BEB6BB), Sun Painter by Valspar (#C3B7BC), Such Melodrama by Behr (#C3BEC3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Iced Mauve?
Iced Mauve has an LRV of 51.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Iced Mauve's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.