Ref. #774633 · MP12994
Malva Mauve
9%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Malva Mauve Technical Profile
What color is Malva Mauve? It's a dark warm brown with the hex code #774633. Colors similar to Malva Mauve include Benjamin Moore Cimarron, Benjamin Moore Fallen, Benjamin Moore Burnt Cinnamon. Malva Mauve has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Malva Mauve creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Malva Mauve pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Malva Mauve
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Malva Mauve
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Malva Mauve
#774633
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#897D54
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Malva Mauve
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Malva 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
Similar MPC Colors
Other MPC colors close to Malva Mauve.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Malva Mauve — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Malva Mauve have?
Malva Mauve by MPC has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Malva Mauve from other brands?
The closest matches are Cimarron by Benjamin Moore (#764432), Fallen by Benjamin Moore (#754735), Burnt Cinnamon by Benjamin Moore (#7C4633). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Malva Mauve?
Malva Mauve has an LRV of 8.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Malva Mauve's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.