Ref. #CAB8AB · 18-03
Grey Mauve
50%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Grey Mauve Technical Profile
What color is Grey Mauve? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #CAB8AB. Colors similar to Grey Mauve include Sherwin-Williams Bona Fide Beige, Benjamin Moore Pink, Benjamin Moore Meadow Pink. Grey Mauve has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 50, Grey Mauve sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Grey Mauve
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Grey Mauve from other brands?
The closest matches are Bona Fide Beige by Sherwin-Williams (#CBB9AB), Pink by Benjamin Moore (#CDBAAE), Meadow Pink by Benjamin Moore (#CDBAAE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Grey Mauve?
Grey Mauve has an LRV of 49.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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.