Mulberry Wine 1251 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #A38A8C, estimated LRV 28 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Smoky Quartz from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #A38A8C · 1251
Mulberry Wine
28%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Mulberry Wine Technical Profile
HEX Code#A38A8C
RGB163, 138, 140
Estimated LRV27.9
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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 Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Mulberry Wine
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mulberry Wine
#A38A8C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9685
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mulberry Wine
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mulberry Wine 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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Mulberry Wine — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mulberry Wine have?
Mulberry Wine by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray 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 Mulberry Wine from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mulberry Wine are Smoky Quartz by PPG (a close digital match), Cameo Rose by Behr (a close digital match), Rosaline Pearl by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mulberry Wine'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 Mulberry Wine?
Mulberry Wine has a estimated lightness value of 27.9, 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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