Ref. #C7C8C4 · RK120
Khaki Taupe
57%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Khaki Taupe Technical Profile
What color is Khaki Taupe? It's a light cool gray with the hex code #C7C8C4. Colors similar to Khaki Taupe include Hirshfield's Snowglory, Benjamin Moore Silver Chain, Benjamin Moore Harbor. Khaki Taupe has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 57, Khaki Taupe sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a cool neutral, Khaki Taupe pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Khaki Taupe
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Khaki Taupe
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Khaki Taupe
#C7C8C4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8FAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Khaki Taupe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Khaki 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 Khaki 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.
Khaki Taupe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Khaki Taupe have?
Khaki Taupe by Kilz has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Khaki Taupe from other brands?
The closest matches are Snowglory by Hirshfield's (#C8C8C4), Silver Chain by Benjamin Moore (#C8C8C3), Harbor by Benjamin Moore (#C8C8C3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Khaki Taupe?
Khaki Taupe has an LRV of 57.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Khaki Taupe's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.