Tavern Taupe N140-4 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #969A9B, estimated 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.
Behr · #969A9B · N140-4
Tavern Taupe
30%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Tavern Taupe Technical Profile
HEX Code#969A9B
RGB150, 154, 155
Estimated LRV30.0
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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Compare alternatives to Tavern Taupe
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Metaverse
Dunn-Edwards
#979C9D
Close digital match
African Gray
Sherwin-Williams
#939899
Close digital match
Serving Platter
Kilz
#989D9D
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Chrome
Valspar
#959B9E
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Cool Metalwork Grey
PPG
#989DA0
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Pewter
Benjamin Moore
#989DA0
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Over the Moon
Dutch Boy
#90979B
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Smoky Tone
Hirshfield's
#9D9E9D
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RAL
#9C9C9C
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#9EA09F
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Colors That Work With Tavern Taupe
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Tavern Taupe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tavern Taupe are Metaverse by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), African Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Walrus by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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