Mystic Mauve 407-4DB is a red paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #AB837A, estimated LRV 26 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Brown Teepee from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #AB837A · 407-4DB
Mystic Mauve
26%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Mystic Mauve Technical Profile
HEX Code#AB837A
RGB171, 131, 122
Estimated LRV26.3
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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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Colors That Work With Mystic Mauve
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mystic Mauve
#AB837A
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 Mystic Mauve
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mystic 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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Mystic Mauve — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mystic Mauve have?
Mystic Mauve by Dutch Boy has a warm (golden) 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 Mystic Mauve from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mystic Mauve are Brown Teepee by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Almond Beige by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Hickory Branch by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mystic 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 Mystic Mauve?
Mystic Mauve has a estimated lightness value of 26.3, 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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