Pale Mauve 1178-3 is a pink paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #DCCAD8, estimated 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.
PPG · #DCCAD8 · 1178-3
Pale Mauve
62%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Pale Mauve Technical Profile
HEX Code#DCCAD8
RGB220, 202, 216
Estimated LRV62.4
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 Familypink
BrandPPG
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Compare alternatives to Pale Mauve
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Fairview Taupe
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#DFCAD6
Close digital match
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#D5C5D4
Close digital match
Spring Lilac
Benjamin Moore
#DDCEDE
Close digital match
Fragrant Snowbell
Vista Paint
#D5C4D2
Close digital match
Lilac Lace
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#DFCCD6
Close digital match
Euphoric Lilac
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#DAC7DA
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#E2D4E1
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#E2D4DF
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Colors That Work With Pale Mauve
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Pale Mauve from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pale Mauve are Fairview Taupe by Behr (a close digital match), Fragrant Snowbell by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Spring Lilac by Benjamin Moore (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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Why Pale Mauve's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.