Simply Taupe LA200-02 is a gray paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #B8A7A2, estimated 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.
Kilz · #B8A7A2 · LA200-02
Simply Taupe
40%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Simply Taupe Technical Profile
HEX Code#B8A7A2
RGB184, 167, 162
Estimated LRV40.4
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygray
BrandKilz
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Colors That Work With Simply Taupe
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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
Digital 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
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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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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Simply Taupe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Simply Taupe are Lost Locket by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Embarrassed Shadow by Valspar (a close digital match), Lavender Suede by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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