Terrace Taupe PPF-33 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B2AB9C, estimated LRV 41 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sharkskin from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #B2AB9C · PPF-33
Terrace Taupe
41%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Terrace Taupe Technical Profile
HEX Code#B2AB9C
RGB178, 171, 156
Estimated LRV41.0
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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Sharkskin
PPG
#B1AA9C
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Homespun Linen
Vista Paint
#B3AC9E
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Gateway Gray
Sherwin-Williams
#B2AC9C
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Shale Ridge
Dutch Boy
#B2AC9C
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Artemis
Valspar
#B0A998
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Hardwick White
Farrow & Ball
#B5AFA0
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Well-Crafted
Dunn-Edwards
#AEA898
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Kid Gloves
Benjamin Moore
#B3AC9A
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Langdon Dove
Hirshfield's
#B5AB9A
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Khaki
Kilz
#B3A997
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Stone .05
Colorhouse
#AAA593
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Colors That Work With Terrace Taupe
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Terrace Taupe
#B2AB9C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Terrace Taupe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Terrace 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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Terrace Taupe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Terrace Taupe have?
Terrace 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 Terrace Taupe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Terrace Taupe are Sharkskin by PPG (a close digital match), Homespun Linen by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Gateway Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Terrace 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 Terrace Taupe?
Terrace Taupe has a estimated lightness value of 41.0, 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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Why Terrace Taupe's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.