Ref. #DAD0C0 · 7003-1
Parlour Taupe
64%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Parlour Taupe Technical Profile
What color is Parlour Taupe? It's a light warm beige with the hex code #DAD0C0. Colors similar to Parlour Taupe include PPG Cool Concrete, Benjamin Moore Cedar Key, Sherwin-Williams Natural Tan. Parlour Taupe has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 64, Parlour Taupe sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Parlour Taupe pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Parlour Taupe
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Cool Concrete
PPG
Nearly identical
Cedar Key
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Natural Tan
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Plymouth Beige
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Plymouth Beige
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Fine Grain
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Roman Plaster
Behr
Nearly identical
October Mist
Kilz
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Parlour Taupe
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Parlour Taupe
#DAD0C0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Parlour Taupe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Parlour 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Parlour Taupe.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Parlour Taupe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Parlour Taupe have?
Parlour Taupe by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the beige color family.
What colors match Parlour Taupe from other brands?
The closest matches are Cool Concrete by PPG (#D9D0C1), Cedar Key by Benjamin Moore (#D8CFC0), Natural Tan by Sherwin-Williams (#DCD2C3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Parlour Taupe?
Parlour Taupe has an LRV of 63.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Parlour Taupe's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.