Taos Taupe 2111-40 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #8D857B, estimated LRV 24 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is So Sublime from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #8D857B · 2111-40
Taos Taupe
24%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Taos Taupe Technical Profile
HEX Code#8D857B
RGB141, 133, 123
Estimated LRV23.9
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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 Taos Taupe
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Taos Taupe
#8D857B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Taos Taupe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Taos 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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Taos Taupe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Taos Taupe have?
Taos Taupe by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) 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 Taos Taupe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Taos Taupe are So Sublime by PPG (a close digital match), Art District by Behr (a close digital match), Sauteed Cremini by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Taos 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 Taos Taupe?
Taos Taupe has a estimated lightness value of 23.9, 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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