Ref. #95846F · CSP-260
Taupe Fedora
24%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Taupe Fedora Technical Profile
What color is Taupe Fedora? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #95846F. Colors similar to Taupe Fedora include Valspar Riverbed's Edge, Behr Bristol Beige, MPC Duronodic Bronze Met.. Taupe Fedora has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 24, Taupe Fedora 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, Taupe Fedora 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 Taupe Fedora
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Taupe Fedora
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Taupe Fedora
#95846F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Taupe Fedora
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Taupe Fedora 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 Taupe Fedora.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Taupe Fedora — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Taupe Fedora have?
Taupe Fedora by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Taupe Fedora from other brands?
The closest matches are Riverbed's Edge by Valspar (#988771), Bristol Beige by Behr (#948371), Duronodic Bronze Met. by MPC (#968674). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Taupe Fedora?
Taupe Fedora has an LRV of 24.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Taupe Fedora's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.