Plum Taupe N130-4 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B1A3AA, estimated LRV 38 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Heather Ridge from Vista Paint (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #B1A3AA · N130-4
Plum Taupe
38%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Plum Taupe Technical Profile
HEX Code#B1A3AA
RGB177, 163, 170
Estimated LRV38.4
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 Plum Taupe
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Plum Taupe
#B1A3AA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8585
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Plum Taupe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Plum 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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Plum Taupe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Plum Taupe have?
Plum 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 Plum Taupe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Plum Taupe are Heather Ridge by Vista Paint (a very close match), Sanctuary by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Dusk to Dawn by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Plum 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 Plum Taupe?
Plum Taupe has a estimated lightness value of 38.4, 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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