Pale Taupe 1073-3 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #E3D1C8, LRV 66 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Champagne Glee from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E3D1C8 · 1073-3
Pale Taupe
66%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pale Taupe Technical Profile
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Pale Taupe in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pale Taupe in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPale Taupe
Nearly identical
ValsparChampagne Glee
Champagne Glee
Valspar
Nearly identical
Light Mocha
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Autumn Blush
Behr
Nearly identical
Truffles
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Truffles
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Calamine
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Thinking Pink
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Blushing Bride
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Conch Pink
Kilz
Very similar
Malted Milk
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pale Taupe
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pale Taupe
#E3D1C8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA785
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pale Taupe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pale 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 Pale Taupe.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pale Taupe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pale Taupe have?
Pale Taupe by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Pale Taupe in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pale Taupe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pale Taupe are Champagne Glee by Valspar (a near-identical match), Light Mocha by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Tender Shell by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pale 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 Pale Taupe?
Pale Taupe has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 66.1, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pale Taupe's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.