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Sherwin Williams Vaguely Mauve SW6015

Vaguely Mauve

Sherwin Williams

SW6015

About Vaguely Mauve by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 57.5%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #d1c5c4

RGB: 209, 197, 196

Hue

Saturation12%

Lightness79%

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

Is Vaguely Mauve SW6015 a warm or cool color?
Vaguely Mauve by Sherwin Williams 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 Vaguely Mauve?
Vaguely Mauve sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 5°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Vaguely Mauve?
Brightness is about 58%. Saturation is around 12%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 79%. Hue is close to 5°. The hex value is #d1c5c4. The RGB value is 209, 197, 196.
Is Vaguely Mauve better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Vaguely Mauve has brightness around 58%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Vaguely Mauve?
You can match Vaguely 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 Vaguely Mauve work best in a home?
Vaguely 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 Vaguely Mauve compare to a pure white paint?
Vaguely 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 Sherwin Williams

These lighter shades sit above Vaguely 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 Vaguely 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 Vaguely Mauve. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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