Iris Mauve 1016-5 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B39B94, estimated LRV 35 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Seaside Sand from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #B39B94 · 1016-5
Iris Mauve
35%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Iris Mauve Technical Profile
HEX Code#B39B94
RGB179, 155, 148
Estimated LRV35.2
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyneutral
BrandPPG
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Compare alternatives to Iris Mauve
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Seaside Sand
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#B69E95
Close digital match
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#B6A09A
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#AF9690
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#B99E94
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#B89B91
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#BA9F95
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Colors That Work With Iris Mauve
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Iris Mauve
#B39B94
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA285
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Iris Mauve
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Iris 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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Iris Mauve — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Iris Mauve have?
Iris Mauve by PPG has a neutral 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 Iris Mauve from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Iris Mauve are Seaside Sand by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Glamour by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Rose Mauve by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Iris 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 Iris Mauve?
Iris Mauve has a estimated lightness value of 35.2, 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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