Mauve Bauhaus 1407 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #5F5485, LRV 13 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Iris Illusion from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5F5485 · 1407
Mauve Bauhaus
13%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Mauve Bauhaus Technical Profile
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Mauve Bauhaus in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mauve Bauhaus in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreMauve Bauhaus
Nearly identical
Vista PaintIris Illusion
Iris Illusion
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Blackberry Jam
Behr
Nearly identical
African Violet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Purely Purple
Dutch Boy
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Eggplant
PPG
Very similar
Superstition
Kilz
Very similar
Concord Jam
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Altar of Heaven
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Jazzy Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Blue Lilac
RAL
Visible difference
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Create .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mauve Bauhaus
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mauve Bauhaus
#5F5485
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#916E9E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mauve Bauhaus
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mauve Bauhaus 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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Mauve Bauhaus — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mauve Bauhaus have?
Mauve Bauhaus by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Mauve Bauhaus in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mauve Bauhaus from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mauve Bauhaus are Iris Illusion by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Blackberry Jam by Behr (a near-identical match), Purple Sky by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mauve Bauhaus'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 Mauve Bauhaus?
Mauve Bauhaus has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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