Ref. #CFC9C8 · 7078
Minute Mauve
59%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Minute Mauve Technical Profile
What color is Minute Mauve? It's a light warm gray with the hex code #CFC9C8. Colors similar to Minute Mauve include Valspar Windy City, Valspar Modest Silver, Behr Vintage Taupe. Minute Mauve has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 59, Minute Mauve sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Minute 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 Minute Mauve
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Minute Mauve
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Minute Mauve
#CFC9C8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9F85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Minute Mauve
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Minute 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 Minute 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.
Minute Mauve — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Minute Mauve have?
Minute Mauve by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Minute Mauve from other brands?
The closest matches are Windy City by Valspar (#CFC9C8), Modest Silver by Valspar (#D0CAC7), Vintage Taupe by Behr (#CAC5C4). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Minute Mauve?
Minute Mauve has an LRV of 59.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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