Truly Taupe 50RR 39/025 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #AEA6A9, estimated LRV 39 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Future Gray from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #AEA6A9 · 50RR 39/025
Truly Taupe
39%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Truly Taupe Technical Profile
HEX Code#AEA6A9
RGB174, 166, 169
Estimated LRV39.1
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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Colors That Work With Truly Taupe
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Truly Taupe
#AEA6A9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8A85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Truly Taupe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Truly 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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Truly Taupe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Truly Taupe have?
Truly 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 Truly Taupe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Truly Taupe are Future Gray by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Beguiling Mauve by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Smoky Mountain by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Truly 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 Truly Taupe?
Truly Taupe has a estimated lightness value of 39.1, 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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