Contemporary Mauve 201-4DB is a pink paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #C094A1, estimated LRV 35 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Edwardian Rose from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #C094A1 · 201-4DB
Contemporary Mauve
35%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Contemporary Mauve Technical Profile
HEX Code#C094A1
RGB192, 148, 161
Estimated LRV35.0
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 Familypink
BrandDutch Boy
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Colors That Work With Contemporary Mauve
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Contemporary Mauve
#C094A1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8D85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Contemporary Mauve
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Contemporary 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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Contemporary Mauve — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Contemporary Mauve have?
Contemporary Mauve by Dutch Boy has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the pink 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 Contemporary Mauve from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Contemporary Mauve are Edwardian Rose by Valspar (a close digital match), Rosé by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Retro Pink by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Contemporary 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 Contemporary Mauve?
Contemporary Mauve has a estimated lightness value of 35.0, 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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