Classic Taupe 290E-3 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D5BDA7, estimated 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.
Behr · #D5BDA7 · 290E-3
Classic Taupe
53%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Classic Taupe Technical Profile
HEX Code#D5BDA7
RGB213, 189, 167
Estimated LRV53.3
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Classic Taupe
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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
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Classic Taupe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Classic Taupe are Milk Toast by Valspar (a close digital match), Castaway Shore Beige by PPG (a close digital match), Vanilla Iced Coffee by Valspar (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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