Taro 1386 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #5C445E, estimated LRV 7 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pansy Petal from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #5C445E · 1386
Taro
7%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Taro Technical Profile
HEX Code#5C445E
RGB92, 68, 94
Estimated LRV7.2
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familyneutral
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Taro
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Taro
#5C445E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#80556E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Taro
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Taro 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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Taro — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Taro have?
Taro by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Taro from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Taro are Pansy Petal by PPG (a close digital match), Dreamy Heaven by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Crowd Pleaser by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Taro'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 Taro?
Taro has a estimated lightness value of 7.2, 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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