Mallow Root 401-1DB is a red paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #D6C2BE, LRV 57 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Breathless from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D6C2BE · 401-1DB
Mallow Root
57%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Mallow Root Technical Profile
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Mallow Root in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mallow Root in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyMallow Root
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsBreathless
Breathless
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Just Gorgeous
PPG
Nearly identical
Cathedral Morning
Valspar
Nearly identical
Josephine
Behr
Nearly identical
Pale Berry
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Misty Blush
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Mauve Star
Vista Paint
Very similar
Summer Beige
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Peignoir
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Dove Feather
Kilz
Very similar
Air .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mallow Root
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mallow Root
#D6C2BE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA085
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mallow Root
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mallow Root 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Mallow Root.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mallow Root — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mallow Root have?
Mallow Root by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Mallow Root in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mallow Root from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mallow Root are Breathless by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Just Gorgeous by PPG (a near-identical match), Cathedral Morning by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mallow Root'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 Mallow Root?
Mallow Root has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 56.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Why Mallow Root's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.