Rustic Taupe 999 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #857663, estimated LRV 19 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sandy Shoes from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #857663 · 999
Rustic Taupe
19%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Rustic Taupe Technical Profile
HEX Code#857663
RGB133, 118, 99
Estimated LRV18.8
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
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Sandy Shoes
Hirshfield's
#847563
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Le Chateau Brown
PPG
#847560
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Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
#827462
Close digital match
Sandy Shoes
Vista Paint
#827461
Close digital match
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Dunn-Edwards
#857767
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#887B69
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Colors That Work With Rustic Taupe
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rustic Taupe
#857663
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2A477
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rustic Taupe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rustic 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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Rustic Taupe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rustic Taupe have?
Rustic Taupe by Benjamin Moore 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 Rustic Taupe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rustic Taupe are Sandy Shoes by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Le Chateau Brown by PPG (a close digital match), Broccoli Brown by Farrow & Ball (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Rustic 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 Rustic Taupe?
Rustic Taupe has a estimated lightness value of 18.8, 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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