Rich Taupe PMD-77 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B39C89, LRV 35 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Warm Embrace from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B39C89 · PMD-77
Rich Taupe
35%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Rich Taupe Technical Profile
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Rich Taupe in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rich Taupe in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrRich Taupe
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsWarm Embrace
Warm Embrace
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dead Salmon
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Trusty Tan
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Dellwood Sand
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Free Wheeling
Valspar
Nearly identical
Village Crier
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Weathered Wood
PPG
Nearly identical
Timber
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Ashbury
Vista Paint
Very similar
Gone Country
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rich Taupe
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rich Taupe
#B39C89
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAB85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rich Taupe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rich 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 Rich 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.
Rich Taupe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rich Taupe have?
Rich 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 Rich Taupe in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rich Taupe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rich Taupe are Warm Embrace by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Dead Salmon by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Trusty Tan by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Rich 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 Rich Taupe?
Rich Taupe has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.2, 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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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 Rich Taupe's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.