Perfect Taupe PPU18-13 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B5ACA1, estimated LRV 42 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ashen Grey from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #B5ACA1 · PPU18-13
Perfect Taupe
42%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Perfect Taupe Technical Profile
HEX Code#B5ACA1
RGB181, 172, 161
Estimated LRV41.9
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 Familygray
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Perfect Taupe
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Perfect Taupe
#B5ACA1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Perfect Taupe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Perfect 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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Perfect Taupe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Perfect Taupe have?
Perfect Taupe by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Perfect Taupe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Perfect Taupe are Ashen Grey by Valspar (a close digital match), Marshy Habitat by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Zanzibar by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Perfect 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 Perfect Taupe?
Perfect Taupe has a estimated lightness value of 41.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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