Ref. #6D595A · 5
Deepest Mauve
11%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Deepest Mauve Technical Profile
What color is Deepest Mauve? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #6D595A. Colors similar to Deepest Mauve include MPC Equus Bronze Met., Benjamin Moore Amazon Soil, Behr River Rocks. Deepest Mauve has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 11, Deepest Mauve creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Deepest Mauve pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Deepest Mauve
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Deepest Mauve
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Deepest Mauve
#6D595A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#957A64
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Deepest Mauve
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Deepest 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Deepest 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.
Deepest Mauve — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Deepest Mauve have?
Deepest Mauve by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Deepest Mauve from other brands?
The closest matches are Equus Bronze Met. by MPC (#6F595A), Amazon Soil by Benjamin Moore (#705C5D), River Rocks by Behr (#6E585B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Deepest Mauve?
Deepest Mauve has an LRV of 11.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Deepest Mauve's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.