Rose Mauve DET403 is a neutral paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #AF9690, estimated LRV 33 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Iris Mauve from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #AF9690 · DET403
Rose Mauve
33%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Rose Mauve Technical Profile
HEX Code#AF9690
RGB175, 150, 144
Estimated LRV32.9
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familyneutral
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Rose Mauve
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rose Mauve
#AF9690
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA185
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rose Mauve
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rose 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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Rose Mauve — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rose Mauve have?
Rose Mauve by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Rose Mauve from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rose Mauve are Iris Mauve by PPG (a close digital match), Cherry Taupe by Valspar (a close digital match), Tawny Mushroom by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Rose 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 Rose Mauve?
Rose Mauve has a estimated lightness value of 32.9, 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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