Executive Taupe 70RR 64/034 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #DACED0, LRV 64 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Stardust Ballroom from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DACED0 · 70RR 64/034
Executive Taupe
64%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Executive Taupe Technical Profile
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Executive Taupe in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Executive Taupe in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGExecutive Taupe
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sStardust Ballroom
Stardust Ballroom
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Wallflower
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Milky Quartz
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Mauve Morning
Behr
Nearly identical
Stardust Ballroom
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
New Age
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Eagle's View
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Pretty Orchid
Valspar
Very similar
Bridal Blush
Kilz
Very similar
Air .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Peignoir
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Executive Taupe
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Executive Taupe
#DACED0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9285
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Executive Taupe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Executive 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 Executive 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.
Executive Taupe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Executive Taupe have?
Executive Taupe by PPG 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 Executive Taupe in your own space before committing.
What colors match Executive Taupe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Executive Taupe are Stardust Ballroom by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Wallflower by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Milky Quartz by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Executive 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 Executive Taupe?
Executive Taupe has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 63.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Executive Taupe's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.