Dusty Mauve 90RR 22/126 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #9A797B, LRV 22 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Garnet Dust from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9A797B · 90RR 22/126
Dusty Mauve
22%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Dusty Mauve Technical Profile
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Dusty Mauve in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dusty Mauve in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGDusty Mauve
Nearly identical
ValsparGarnet Dust
Garnet Dust
Valspar
Nearly identical
Roshen Ridge
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bohemian Jazz
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Rosey Quartz
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Regal Rose
Behr
Very similar
Socialite
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Quietly Violet
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Lover's Tryst
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sulking Room Pink
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Autumn Aspen
Kilz
Very similar
Pastel Violet
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dusty Mauve
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dusty Mauve
#9A797B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9785
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dusty Mauve
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dusty 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Dusty Mauve.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dusty Mauve — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dusty Mauve have?
Dusty Mauve by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dusty Mauve in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dusty Mauve from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dusty Mauve are Garnet Dust by Valspar (a near-identical match), Roshen Ridge by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Bohemian Jazz by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Dusty 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 Dusty Mauve?
Dusty Mauve has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Why Dusty Mauve's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.