Misty Mauve 10RR 60/072 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D9C6D0, LRV 60 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sweet Breeze from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D9C6D0 · 10RR 60/072
Misty Mauve
60%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Misty Mauve Technical Profile
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Misty Mauve in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Misty Mauve in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGMisty Mauve
Nearly identical
BehrSweet Breeze
Sweet Breeze
Behr
Nearly identical
Lilac Lace
Valspar
Nearly identical
French Lavender
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
French Lavender
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Coco Plum
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Elusive Violet
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Hidden Sanctuary
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Rosebud
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sofia
Kilz
Very similar
Air .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Misty Mauve
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Misty Mauve
#D9C6D0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8586
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Misty Mauve
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Misty 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 Misty Mauve.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Misty Mauve — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Misty Mauve have?
Misty Mauve by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Misty Mauve in your own space before committing.
What colors match Misty Mauve from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Misty Mauve are Sweet Breeze by Behr (a near-identical match), Lilac Lace by Valspar (a near-identical match), Fairview Taupe by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Misty 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 Misty Mauve?
Misty Mauve has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 59.7, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Misty Mauve's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.