Impressionist Taupe LL260 is a neutral paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #D0C6BF, estimated LRV 58 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is En Plein Air from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #D0C6BF · LL260
Impressionist Taupe
58%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Impressionist Taupe Technical Profile
HEX Code#D0C6BF
RGB208, 198, 191
Estimated LRV57.6
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyneutral
BrandKilz
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Compare alternatives to Impressionist Taupe
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
En Plein Air
Dunn-Edwards
#D0C5BE
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Angora
Sherwin-Williams
#D1C5BE
Close digital match
Smoked Umber
Behr
#D0C6BD
Close digital match
Avorio
Vista Paint
#D4C8C0
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Kennett Square Taupe
PPG
#CEC3BD
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Valspar
#CDC2BA
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Silvered
Dutch Boy
#CEC6BE
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Big
Benjamin Moore
#D3C9BE
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#CFC7BD
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#D1CBC3
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Colors That Work With Impressionist Taupe
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Impressionist Taupe
#D0C6BF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAA85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Impressionist Taupe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Impressionist 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
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Impressionist Taupe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Impressionist Taupe have?
Impressionist Taupe by Kilz has a neutral 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 Impressionist Taupe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Impressionist Taupe are En Plein Air by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Angora by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Smoked Umber by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Impressionist 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 Impressionist Taupe?
Impressionist Taupe has a estimated lightness value of 57.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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