Dark Raspberry Taupe 50RR 18/041 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #7D7275, LRV 18 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Heather Sachet from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7D7275 · 50RR 18/041
Dark Raspberry Taupe
18%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Dark Raspberry Taupe Technical Profile
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Dark Raspberry Taupe in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dark Raspberry Taupe in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGDark Raspberry Taupe
Nearly identical
BehrHeather Sachet
Heather Sachet
Behr
Nearly identical
Vintage Charm
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Roaming Pony
Valspar
Nearly identical
Platinum Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Grapy
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Heathered Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Plum Island
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Hickory Cliff
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Emu
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Acoustic Brown
Kilz
Very similar
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Raspberry Taupe
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Raspberry Taupe
#7D7275
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7857B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Raspberry Taupe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark Raspberry 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Dark Raspberry 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.
Dark Raspberry Taupe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Raspberry Taupe have?
Dark Raspberry Taupe by PPG has a warm (pink) 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 Dark Raspberry Taupe in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dark Raspberry Taupe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Raspberry Taupe are Heather Sachet by Behr (a near-identical match), Vintage Charm by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Roaming Pony by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dark Raspberry 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 Dark Raspberry Taupe?
Dark Raspberry Taupe has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 17.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dark Raspberry Taupe's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.