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Sherwin Williams Minute Mauve SW7078

Minute Mauve

Sherwin Williams

SW7078

About Minute Mauve by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 59.2%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #cfc9c8

RGB: 207, 201, 200

Hue

Saturation7%

Lightness80%

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These are close matches to Minute Mauve 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 Minute Mauve looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Minute Mauve SW7078 a warm or cool color?
Minute Mauve by Sherwin Williams is a neutral mid tone color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Minute Mauve?
Minute Mauve sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 9°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Minute Mauve?
Brightness is about 59%. Saturation is around 7%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 80%. Hue is close to 9°. The hex value is #cfc9c8. The RGB value is 207, 201, 200.
Is Minute Mauve better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Minute Mauve has brightness around 59%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Minute Mauve?
You can match Minute 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 Minute Mauve work best in a home?
Minute 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 Minute Mauve compare to a pure white paint?
Minute Mauve is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral 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 Sherwin Williams

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

Darker Shades by Sherwin Williams

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

Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Alternate Colors by other brands

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