Taro 1386 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #5C445E, 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.
Ref. #5C445E · 1386
Taro
7%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Taro Technical Profile
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Taro in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Taro in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreTaro
Nearly identical
PPGPansy Petal
Pansy Petal
PPG
Nearly identical
Dreamy Heaven
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Crowd Pleaser
Vista Paint
Very similar
Plum Rich
Behr
Very similar
Plum Good
Valspar
Very similar
Create .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Mature Grape
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Mulberry
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Eggplant
Kilz
Very similar
Red Lilac
RAL
Visible difference
Antiqued Fuchsia
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Brinjal
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Taro
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
Pure 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Taro.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Taro in your own space before committing.
What colors match Taro from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Taro are Pansy Petal by PPG (a near-identical match), Dreamy Heaven by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Crowd Pleaser by Hirshfield's (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Taro's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.