Devonwood Taupe 1008 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #816E61, LRV 17 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Antique Earth from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #816E61 · 1008
Devonwood Taupe
17%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Devonwood Taupe Technical Profile
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Devonwood Taupe in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Devonwood Taupe in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreDevonwood Taupe
Nearly identical
BehrAntique Earth
Antique Earth
Behr
Nearly identical
Bannister Brown
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Brown Town
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cocoa Truffle
Kilz
Nearly identical
Tiki Hut
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Warrior
PPG
Very similar
Gateway Arch
Valspar
Very similar
Hitching Post
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Tanned Hyde
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pale Brown
RAL
Visible difference
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Devonwood Taupe
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Devonwood Taupe
#816E61
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A29D73
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Devonwood Taupe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Devonwood 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Devonwood 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.
Devonwood Taupe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Devonwood Taupe have?
Devonwood Taupe by Benjamin Moore 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 Devonwood Taupe in your own space before committing.
What colors match Devonwood Taupe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Devonwood Taupe are Antique Earth by Behr (a near-identical match), Antique Earth by Behr (a near-identical match), Bannister Brown by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Devonwood 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 Devonwood Taupe?
Devonwood Taupe has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 16.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Devonwood Taupe's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.