Grey Mauve 18-03 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #CAB8AB, LRV 50 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bona Fide Beige from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CAB8AB · 18-03
Grey Mauve
50%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Grey Mauve Technical Profile
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Grey Mauve in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Grey Mauve in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGGrey Mauve
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsBona Fide Beige
Bona Fide Beige
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Meadow Pink
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Armadillo
Behr
Nearly identical
Dust Bunny
Valspar
Nearly identical
Soufflé
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Baguette
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Jitney
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Bare Titanium
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Homespun Charm
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Mannequin
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Grey Mauve
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Grey Mauve
#CAB8AB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAA85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Grey Mauve
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Grey 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 Grey Mauve.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Grey Mauve — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Grey Mauve have?
Grey Mauve by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Grey Mauve in your own space before committing.
What colors match Grey Mauve from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Grey Mauve are Bona Fide Beige by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Meadow Pink by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Pink by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Grey 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 Grey Mauve?
Grey Mauve has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 49.8, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Grey Mauve's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.