Pale Mauve 1178-3 is a pink paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #DCCAD8, LRV 62 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fairview Taupe from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DCCAD8 · 1178-3
Pale Mauve
62%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Pale Mauve Technical Profile
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Pale Mauve in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pale Mauve in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPale Mauve
Nearly identical
BehrFairview Taupe
Fairview Taupe
Behr
Nearly identical
Fragrant Snowbell
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Spring Lilac
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Fragrant Snowbell
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Lilac Lace
Valspar
Nearly identical
Euphoric Lilac
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Candytuft
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Soft Lilac
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Sofia
Kilz
Very similar
Sprout .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pale Mauve
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pale Mauve
#DCCAD8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8590
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pale Mauve
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pale 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 Pale Mauve.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pale Mauve — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pale Mauve have?
Pale Mauve by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the pink color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Pale Mauve in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pale Mauve from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pale Mauve are Fairview Taupe by Behr (a near-identical match), Fragrant Snowbell by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Spring Lilac by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pale 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 Pale Mauve?
Pale Mauve has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 62.4, 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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Related Reading
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 Pale Mauve's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.