Mauve Melody RA210-02 is a neutral paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #BDA5B7, LRV 41 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pansy Posie from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BDA5B7 · RA210-02
Mauve Melody
41%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Mauve Melody Technical Profile
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Mauve Melody in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mauve Melody in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzMauve Melody
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sPansy Posie
Pansy Posie
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Plum-Med Peony
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Glass Slippers
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pansy Posie
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Rosy Tan
Behr
Very similar
Light French Lilac
PPG
Very similar
Lavender Lipstick
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Veiled Violet
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Obi Lilac
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Air .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mauve Melody
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mauve Melody
#BDA5B7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD858F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mauve Melody
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mauve Melody 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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Mauve Melody.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mauve Melody — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mauve Melody have?
Mauve Melody by Kilz has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Mauve Melody in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mauve Melody from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mauve Melody are Pansy Posie by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Plum-Med Peony by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Glass Slippers by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mauve Melody'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 Mauve Melody?
Mauve Melody has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 41.1, 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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Why Mauve Melody's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.