Mellow Mauve 1004-7C is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #A68E96, estimated LRV 30 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gothic Amethyst from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #A68E96 · 1004-7C
Mellow Mauve
30%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Mellow Mauve Technical Profile
HEX Code#A68E96
RGB166, 142, 150
Estimated LRV29.7
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 Familygray
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Mellow Mauve
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mellow Mauve
#A68E96
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8B85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mellow Mauve
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mellow 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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Mellow Mauve — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mellow Mauve have?
Mellow Mauve by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray 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 Mellow Mauve from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mellow Mauve are Gothic Amethyst by PPG (a close digital match), Sonata Mauve by PPG (a close digital match), Thistle by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Mellow 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 Mellow Mauve?
Mellow Mauve has a estimated lightness value of 29.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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