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Benjamin Moore Mauve Bauhaus 1407

Mauve Bauhaus

Benjamin Moore

1407

About Mauve Bauhaus by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 10.2%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #5e5384

RGB: 94, 83, 132

Hue254°

Saturation23%

Lightness42%

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

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Mauve Bauhaus 1407 a warm or cool color?
Mauve Bauhaus by Benjamin Moore is a cool deeper color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Mauve Bauhaus?
Mauve Bauhaus sits in the purple or violet family. Its hue is about 254°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Mauve Bauhaus?
Brightness is about 10%. Saturation is around 23%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 42%. Hue is close to 254°. The hex value is #5e5384. The RGB value is 94, 83, 132.
Is Mauve Bauhaus better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Mauve Bauhaus has brightness around 10%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Mauve Bauhaus?
You can match Mauve Bauhaus 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 Mauve Bauhaus work best in a home?
Mauve Bauhaus 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 Mauve Bauhaus compare to a pure white paint?
Mauve Bauhaus is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and deeper 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 Mauve Bauhaus in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Mauve Bauhaus. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.