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Gypsum Gap

34%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Gypsum Gap Technical Profile

What color is Gypsum Gap? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #A99C96. Colors similar to Gypsum Gap include Sherwin-Williams Truly Taupe, Behr Smoked Mauve, Dunn-Edwards Twilight Taupe. Gypsum Gap has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 34 gives Gypsum Gap depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Gypsum Gap 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.

HEX Code#A99C96
RGB169, 156, 150
LRV34.4
UndertoneNeutral
Color Familygray
BrandVista Paint
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Colors Similar to Gypsum Gap

Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.

Truly Taupe

Sherwin-Williams

Nearly identical

Smoked Mauve

Behr

Nearly identical

Twilight Taupe

Dunn-Edwards

Nearly identical

Winter's Nap

PPG

Very similar

Historic Monument

Kilz

Very similar

Wool Coat

Valspar

Very similar

Misty Heather Met.

MPC

Very similar

Creekbed

Benjamin Moore

Very similar
Recommended Pairings

Colors That Work With Gypsum Gap

Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall

Living room with applied paint colors

Side Walls

Gypsum Gap

#A99C96

Accent Wall

Tonal Shift

A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.

#ADA685

Trim & Molding

Pure White

Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.

#FFFFFF

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Color Palettes for Gypsum Gap

Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.

Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast

Base

Winter's Nap

Complement

Metropolis Mood

Gypsum Gap Room Palettes

Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.

Walls

Metropolis Mood

Trim

Alicia

Accent

This Color

Pop

Ginger Jar

Warm & Inviting

Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable

Walls

Desired Dawn

Trim

Pale Sisal

Accent

This Color

Pop

Green Jeans

Cool & Calm

Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful

Walls

Diamond Stud

Trim

Pale Sisal

Accent

This Color

Pop

Bonaventure

Bold Contrast

Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking

Similar Vista Paint Colors

Other Vista Paint colors close to Gypsum Gap.

Drifting Sand

Vista Paint · C-217

#A79E91

Big Spender

Vista Paint · C-211

#A89C8D

Young Colt

Vista Paint · C-197

#A89C8B

Deep Marsh

Vista Paint · C-232

#ACA08C

Wood Shadow

Vista Paint · C-204

#A49B8C

Cozy Cover

Vista Paint · C-139

#B4A095

More gray colors from other brands

Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.

Silver Peony

Benjamin Moore · 1475

#C7BFC3

Pebble Beach

Benjamin Moore · 1597

#C9CECE

Soft Steel

Kilz · RL110

#ACACAC

Prestige

Behr · 750B-4

#B4ADAD

Olive It

PPG · 1032-3

#AEAB9A

Aganthus Green

Benjamin Moore · 472

#BAC1AE

Gypsum Gap — Frequently Asked Questions

What undertone does Gypsum Gap have?
Gypsum Gap by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Gypsum Gap from other brands?
The closest matches are Truly Taupe by Sherwin-Williams (#AC9E97), Smoked Mauve by Behr (#A89C98), Twilight Taupe by Dunn-Edwards (#A79994). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Gypsum Gap?
Gypsum Gap has an LRV of 34.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.

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