Mauvedust 70RR 50/087 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D1B6BB, estimated LRV 51 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Melting Violet from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #D1B6BB · 70RR 50/087
Mauvedust
51%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Mauvedust Technical Profile
HEX Code#D1B6BB
RGB209, 182, 187
Estimated LRV50.6
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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 Familyred
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Mauvedust
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mauvedust
#D1B6BB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9185
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mauvedust
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mauvedust 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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Mauvedust — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mauvedust have?
Mauvedust by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the red 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 Mauvedust from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mauvedust are Melting Violet by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Plymouth Notch by Behr (a close digital match), Delightful by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mauvedust'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 Mauvedust?
Mauvedust has a estimated lightness value of 50.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Why Mauvedust's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.