Mauve-A-Lish DET402 is a neutral paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #90686C, LRV 17 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Smokey Claret Mauve from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #90686C · DET402
Mauve-A-Lish
17%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Mauve-A-Lish Technical Profile
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Mauve-A-Lish in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mauve-A-Lish in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsMauve-A-Lish
Nearly identical
PPGSmokey Claret Mauve
Smokey Claret Mauve
PPG
Nearly identical
Fruitwood
Valspar
Nearly identical
Roseland
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Roseland
Vista Paint
Very similar
Smoked Rose
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Rose Brocade
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Deep Mauve
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Touch Of Class
Behr
Very similar
Australian Shiraz
Kilz
Very similar
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Eating Room Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pastel Violet
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mauve-A-Lish
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mauve-A-Lish
#90686C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AB9180
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mauve-A-Lish
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mauve-A-Lish 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
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Mauve-A-Lish — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mauve-A-Lish have?
Mauve-A-Lish by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Mauve-A-Lish in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mauve-A-Lish from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mauve-A-Lish are Smokey Claret Mauve by PPG (a near-identical match), Fruitwood by Valspar (a near-identical match), Roseland by Hirshfield's (a very close match) — the best options for getting Mauve-A-Lish'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-A-Lish?
Mauve-A-Lish has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 16.9, 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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Why Mauve-A-Lish's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.