Tavern Taupe N140-4 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #969A9B, LRV 30 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Metaverse from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #969A9B · N140-4
Tavern Taupe
30%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Tavern Taupe Technical Profile
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Tavern Taupe in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tavern Taupe in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrTavern Taupe
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsMetaverse
Metaverse
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
African Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Serving Platter
Kilz
Nearly identical
Chrome
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cool Metalwork Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Pewter
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Over the Moon
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Smoky Tone
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pearl Light Grey
RAL
Very similar
Techile
Vista Paint
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tavern Taupe
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tavern Taupe
#969A9B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8591AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tavern Taupe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tavern 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 Tavern Taupe.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tavern Taupe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tavern Taupe have?
Tavern Taupe by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Tavern Taupe in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tavern Taupe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tavern Taupe are Metaverse by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), African Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Walrus by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Tavern 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 Tavern Taupe?
Tavern Taupe has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 30.0, 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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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 Tavern Taupe's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.