Moody Mauve 18-21 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A37379, LRV 21 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Carley's Rose from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A37379 · 18-21
Moody Mauve
21%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Moody Mauve Technical Profile
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Moody Mauve in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Moody Mauve in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGMoody Mauve
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsCarley's Rose
Carley's Rose
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Handmade Red
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Smoke Bush Rose
Behr
Very similar
Posh Rose
Valspar
Very similar
Deep Mauve
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Rosey Glow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Montrose Rose
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Autumn Aspen
Kilz
Very similar
Pressed Bloom
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pastel Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Sulking Room Pink
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Moody Mauve
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Moody Mauve
#A37379
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9485
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Moody Mauve
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Moody 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 Moody Mauve.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Moody Mauve — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Moody Mauve have?
Moody Mauve by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Moody Mauve in your own space before committing.
What colors match Moody Mauve from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Moody Mauve are Carley's Rose by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Handmade Red by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Smoke Bush Rose by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Moody 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 Moody Mauve?
Moody Mauve has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Moody Mauve's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.