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Taos Taupe

Taos Taupe is a versatile Brown from Benjamin Moore. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to perfect for adding character to any space. Below, you'll find 29 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.

Hex

#8C847A

LRV

23.65

Light Reflectance Value
23.65
Dark
Tone
CalmingCharmingCozyGroundingMoodyRichTimeless
UseInterior & Exterior
Collection

Taos Taupe in Real Rooms

Taos Taupe has a medium LRV of 23.65 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades. Grouped in the Brown and Gray and Neutral family, the photos below show it applied in a front door, house, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen cabinets, living room, misc and home office.

1 Front Door Photo

The front door is a great place to experiment with higher sheen levels. Taos Taupe in a high-gloss finish creates a mirror-like surface that looks incredibly expensive and traditional, echoing the grand entryways of London or New York.

Taos Taupe front door color

Taos Taupe front door color

@jojoglamper

2 House Photos

The way Taos Taupe interacts with exterior lighting—like sconces or path lights—is dramatic. At night, the house takes on a protective, fortress-like quality that feels incredibly secure and welcoming to those returning home.

Benjamin Moore Taos Taupe exterior

Benjamin Moore Taos Taupe exterior

@shedinaday

Taos Taupe Exterior

Taos Taupe Exterior

@voth_barrall_design

3 Bedroom Photos

For guest bedrooms, Taos Taupe is a welcoming embrace. It's a universally appealing tone that feels clean and fresh for new arrivals, yet has enough "personality" to make their stay feel special and considered. It works across all seasons, feeling cool in summer and cozy in winter.

Taos Taupe bedroom paint

Taos Taupe bedroom paint

@mykitchenresprays

Taos Taupe bedroom interior

Taos Taupe bedroom interior

@mykitchenresprays

Taos Taupe bedroom color review

Taos Taupe bedroom color review

@propaintingplusny

7 Bathroom Photos

The psychology of Taos Taupe in a bathroom is all about the "slow down." It's a visual cue to breathe, relax, and take your time, turning a utilitarian room into a true retreat from the frantic pace of the rest of the world.

Taos Taupe bathroom wall panelling

Taos Taupe bathroom wall panelling

@tlcdecorating

6 Kitchen Cabinets Photos

On kitchen cabinets, Taos Taupe adds a considered, intentional feel without demanding attention. It holds its own against both warm wood countertops and cool quartz, making it a flexible choice for the hardest-working room in the house.

Taos Taupe kitchen cabinets

Taos Taupe kitchen cabinets

@croquetgroupie

3 Living Room Photos

Taos Taupe works harder than it looks in a living room environment. Whether the space gets direct southern sun or stays north-facing and dim, the color finds its specific register — neither receding into the background nor demanding the spotlight. It acts as a sophisticated backdrop that makes every piece of furniture or art placed in front of it look immediately more considered and curated.

Bm Taos Taupe Living Room Accent Wall

Bm Taos Taupe Living Room Accent Wall

@womenpainting

Bm Taos Taupe Living Room Accent Wall

Bm Taos Taupe Living Room Accent Wall

@womenpainting

Living Room

Living Room

@womenpainting

6 Misc Photos

These photos show Taos Taupe in spaces that don't fit neatly into a single category: transitional spaces, accent applications, and rooms where the color becomes a fine detail rather than a broad backdrop.

Taos Taupe wall paint picture

Taos Taupe wall paint picture

@tarawhiton

1 Home Office Photo

In a workspace, Taos Taupe helps to reduce "visual noise," allowing your mind to focus on the task at hand. It provides a steady, non-distracting horizon line that is particularly helpful for those in creative or high-concentration fields.

Benjamin Moore Taos Taupe Home Office

Benjamin Moore Taos Taupe Home Office

@northernpinedesigns

Coordinating Colors

Similar Colors

Color Codes

HEX#8C847A
RGB140, 132, 122
HSL33° 7% 51%
CMYK0 6 13 45
CIE LabL: 55.6 a: 1.2 b: 6.5
XYZX: 0.23 Y: 0.23 Z: 0.22