Always Taupe RK170 is a gray paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #BEB4B1, LRV 47 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Queen Anne Lilac from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BEB4B1 · RK170
Always Taupe
47%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Always Taupe Technical Profile
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Always Taupe in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Always Taupe in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzAlways Taupe
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsQueen Anne Lilac
Queen Anne Lilac
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Vintage Mauve
Behr
Nearly identical
Winter Calm
Valspar
Nearly identical
North Island
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Luxurious
PPG
Nearly identical
Chocolate Milk
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dove Tale
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
North Island
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Elephant Gray
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Flutter by
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Air .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Always Taupe
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Always Taupe
#BEB4B1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA285
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Always Taupe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Always 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
Similar Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Always Taupe.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Always Taupe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Always Taupe have?
Always Taupe by Kilz has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Always Taupe in your own space before committing.
What colors match Always Taupe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Always Taupe are Queen Anne Lilac by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Vintage Mauve by Behr (a near-identical match), Winter Calm by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Always 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 Always Taupe?
Always Taupe has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 46.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Always Taupe's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.