Ref. #5C445E · 1386
Taro
7%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Taro Technical Profile
What color is Taro? It's a dark warm neutral with the hex code #5C445E. Colors similar to Taro include PPG Pansy Petal, Hirshfield's Dreamy Heaven, Hirshfield's Crowd Pleaser. Taro has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 7, Taro creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Taro pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Taro
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Taro from other brands?
The closest matches are Pansy Petal by PPG (#5F4561), Dreamy Heaven by Hirshfield's (#594158), Crowd Pleaser by Hirshfield's (#5B4459). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Taro?
Taro has an LRV of 7.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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.