Taiga CC-696 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #969280, estimated LRV 29 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sylvan from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #969280 · CC-696
Taiga
29%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Taiga Technical Profile
HEX Code#969280
RGB150, 146, 128
Estimated LRV28.6
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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Colors That Work With Taiga
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Taiga
#969280
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Taiga
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Taiga Room Palettes
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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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Taiga — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Taiga have?
Taiga 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 Taiga from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Taiga are Sylvan by PPG (a close digital match), Canal Street by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Squirrel'S Tail by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Taiga'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 Taiga?
Taiga has a estimated lightness value of 28.6, 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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