Hint of Mauve 30RR 42/079 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C0A9B2, estimated LRV 43 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Desireé from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #C0A9B2 · 30RR 42/079
Hint of Mauve
43%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Hint of Mauve Technical Profile
HEX Code#C0A9B2
RGB192, 169, 178
Estimated LRV42.8
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familyneutral
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Hint of Mauve
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hint of Mauve
#C0A9B2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8985
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hint of Mauve
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hint of 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
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Hint of Mauve — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hint of Mauve have?
Hint of Mauve by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Hint of Mauve from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hint of Mauve are Desireé by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Desireé by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Bedroom Plum by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Hint of 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 Hint of Mauve?
Hint of Mauve has a estimated lightness value of 42.8, 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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