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Benjamin Moore Hint of Mauve 2097-50

Hint of Mauve

Benjamin Moore

2097-50

About Hint of Mauve by Benjamin Moore

Hint of Mauve 2097-50 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 43% and hue near 16° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

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Brightness: 42.9%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #c3aaa1

RGB: 195, 170, 161

Hue16°

Saturation22%

Lightness70%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Hint of Mauve from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Hint of Mauve

Benjamin Moore

2097-50

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Hint of Mauve looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Hint of Mauve 2097-50 a warm or cool color?
Hint of Mauve by Benjamin Moore is a warm mid tone color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Hint of Mauve?
Hint of Mauve sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 16°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Hint of Mauve?
Brightness is about 43%. Saturation is around 22%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 70%. Hue is close to 16°. The hex value is #c3aaa1. The RGB value is 195, 170, 161.
Is Hint of Mauve better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Hint of Mauve has brightness around 43%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Hint of Mauve?
You can match Hint of Mauve with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Hint of Mauve work best in a home?
Hint of Mauve works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Hint of Mauve compare to a pure white paint?
Hint of Mauve is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and mid tone color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Hint of Mauve in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Hint of Mauve

Benjamin Moore

2097-50

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Hint of Mauve in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Hint of Mauve

Benjamin Moore

2097-50

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Hint of Mauve. They add contrast without clashing.

Hint of Mauve

Benjamin Moore

2097-50

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