Ref. #AA7982 · 1049-5
Mauve Madness
24%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Mauve Madness Technical Profile
What color is Mauve Madness? It's a deep warm red with the hex code #AA7982. Colors similar to Mauve Madness include Behr Smoke Bush Rose, Vista Paint Rare Find, MPC Frost White Prl over Scarlet Letter. Mauve Madness has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 24, Mauve Madness creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to Mauve Madness
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mauve Madness
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mauve Madness
#AA7982
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9285
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mauve Madness
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mauve Madness 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 Mauve Madness.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mauve Madness — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mauve Madness have?
Mauve Madness by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Mauve Madness from other brands?
The closest matches are Smoke Bush Rose by Behr (#A87881), Rare Find by Vista Paint (#AB7C88), Frost White Prl over Scarlet Letter by MPC (#AF777E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Mauve Madness?
Mauve Madness has an LRV of 23.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mauve Madness's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.