Classic Taupe 290E-3 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D5BDA7, LRV 53 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Milk Toast from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D5BDA7 · 290E-3
Classic Taupe
53%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Classic Taupe Technical Profile
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Classic Taupe in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Classic Taupe in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrClassic Taupe
Nearly identical
ValsparMilk Toast
Milk Toast
Valspar
Nearly identical
Castaway Shore Beige
PPG
Nearly identical
Cheetah Tan
Kilz
Nearly identical
Burlap
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Rocio
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Ginger Root
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Oxford Stone
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Candle Light
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Apache Tan
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Ball of Twine
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Classic Taupe
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Classic Taupe
#D5BDA7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AFAE83
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Classic Taupe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Classic Taupe 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Classic Taupe.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Classic Taupe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Classic Taupe have?
Classic Taupe by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Classic Taupe in your own space before committing.
What colors match Classic Taupe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Classic Taupe are Milk Toast by Valspar (a near-identical match), Castaway Shore Beige by PPG (a near-identical match), Vanilla Iced Coffee by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Classic Taupe'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 Classic Taupe?
Classic Taupe has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 53.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Classic Taupe's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.