Simply Taupe LA200-02 is a gray paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #B8A7A2, LRV 40 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lost Locket from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B8A7A2 · LA200-02
Simply Taupe
40%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Simply Taupe Technical Profile
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Simply Taupe in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Simply Taupe in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzSimply Taupe
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreLost Locket
Lost Locket
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Embarrassed Shadow
Valspar
Nearly identical
Lavender Suede
Behr
Nearly identical
Just Barely
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Toasted Rose
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Riveter Rose
PPG
Nearly identical
Flexible Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Cozy Cover
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Crushed Stone
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Dove Tale
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Simply Taupe
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Simply Taupe
#B8A7A2
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 Simply Taupe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Simply 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 Simply 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.
Simply Taupe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Simply Taupe have?
Simply 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 Simply Taupe in your own space before committing.
What colors match Simply Taupe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Simply Taupe are Lost Locket by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Embarrassed Shadow by Valspar (a near-identical match), Lavender Suede by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Simply 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 Simply Taupe?
Simply Taupe has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 40.4, 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 Simply Taupe's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.