Perfect Taupe
Often used for its versatile qualities, Perfect Taupe remains a staple for Behr designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to perfect for adding character to any space. We've gathered 12 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#b6aca0
LRV
42.21
Perfect Taupe in Real Rooms
Perfect Taupe has a medium-high LRV of 42.21 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy.
6 Living Room Photos
In a living room, Perfect Taupe acts as a bridge between the indoors and the view outside. It carries the organic weight of the natural world into the home, allowing the greenery from windows to pop while keeping the interior feeling protected and private. Pair it with oversized plants and ceramic vessels for a full organic-modern aesthetic.
Behr PPU18-13 living room color
@570fixerupper
2 Bedroom Photos
Lighting is key in a bedroom, and Perfect Taupe reacts beautifully to dimmers. As you lower the lights for sleep, the color takes on a velvet-like quality, losing its daytime crispness in favor of a smoky, mysterious depth that is incredibly conducive to relaxation.
Behr Perfect Taupe bedroom paint
@azbrewergurl
Behr Perfect Taupe bedroom color review
@azbrewergurl
2 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
The way Perfect Taupe interacts with under-cabinet lighting is transformative. It catches the glow and reflects a softer, more diffused light onto the countertops, making the workspace feel more inviting and less utilitarian.
Behr Perfect Taupe kitchen cabinets color review
@perennialstays
Behr Perfect Taupe kitchen cabinets
@perennialstays
2 Dining Room Photos
The color Perfect Taupe has a way of making wood furniture look its best. Whether you have a dark mahogany table or a light oak sideboard, the undertones of the paint will pull out the natural beauty and grain of the wood.
Perfect Taupe dining room color
@chrisfelfe
Behr Perfect Taupe dining room color
@clevelandfashionista
