Dark Raspberry Taupe 50RR 18/041 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #7D7275, estimated 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.
PPG · #7D7275 · 50RR 18/041
Dark Raspberry Taupe
18%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Dark Raspberry Taupe Technical Profile
HEX Code#7D7275
RGB125, 114, 117
Estimated LRV17.7
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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 Familygray
BrandPPG
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#7B7175
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#7F7679
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#786E70
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Colors That Work With Dark Raspberry Taupe
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Dark Raspberry Taupe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Raspberry Taupe are Heather Sachet by Behr (a close digital match), Vintage Charm by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Roaming Pony by Valspar (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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Why Dark Raspberry Taupe's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.