Smokey Claret Mauve 90RR 18/139 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #906C6E, LRV 18 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fruitwood from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #906C6E · 90RR 18/139
Smokey Claret Mauve
18%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Smokey Claret Mauve Technical Profile
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Smokey Claret Mauve in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Smokey Claret Mauve in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSmokey Claret Mauve
Nearly identical
ValsparFruitwood
Fruitwood
Valspar
Nearly identical
Mauve-A-Lish
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Touch Of Class
Behr
Nearly identical
Rose Brocade
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Deep Mauve
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Sebastian
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Roshen Ridge
Vista Paint
Very similar
Roseland
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Australian Shiraz
Kilz
Visible difference
Sulking Room Pink
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pastel Violet
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smokey Claret Mauve
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smokey Claret Mauve
#906C6E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AC9583
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smokey Claret Mauve
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smokey Claret 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 Smokey Claret Mauve.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Smokey Claret Mauve — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smokey Claret Mauve have?
Smokey Claret Mauve by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Smokey Claret Mauve in your own space before committing.
What colors match Smokey Claret Mauve from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smokey Claret Mauve are Fruitwood by Valspar (a near-identical match), Mauve-A-Lish by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Touch Of Class by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Smokey Claret 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 Smokey Claret Mauve?
Smokey Claret Mauve has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 17.8, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Smokey Claret Mauve's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.