Mallow Root 401-1DB is a red paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #D6C2BE, estimated 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.
Dutch Boy · #D6C2BE · 401-1DB
Mallow Root
57%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Mallow Root Technical Profile
HEX Code#D6C2BE
RGB214, 194, 190
Estimated LRV56.6
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familyred
BrandDutch Boy
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Compare alternatives to Mallow Root
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Breathless
Sherwin-Williams
#D6C2BE
Close digital match
Just Gorgeous
PPG
#D6C4C1
Close digital match
Cathedral Morning
Valspar
#D1BEBA
Close digital match
Josephine
Behr
#D1BFBB
Close digital match
Pale Berry
Benjamin Moore
#DCC4C1
Close digital match
Misty Blush
Dunn-Edwards
#DDC9C6
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#CDBBB7
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#DBC2B9
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#D6C8C3
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Colors That Work With Mallow Root
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Mallow Root from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mallow Root are Breathless by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Just Gorgeous by PPG (a close digital match), Cathedral Morning by Valspar (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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