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Benjamin Moore Rustic Taupe 999

Rustic Taupe

Benjamin Moore

999

About Rustic Taupe by Benjamin Moore

Rustic Taupe 999 by Benjamin Moore is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 19% and hue near 34° for steady results across rooms. Bold pick for accents, dining rooms, or small cozy spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 18.5%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #847562

RGB: 132, 117, 98

Hue34°

Saturation15%

Lightness45%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Rustic Taupe from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Rustic Taupe looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Rustic Taupe 999 a warm or cool color?
Rustic Taupe by Benjamin Moore is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Rustic Taupe?
Rustic Taupe sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 34°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Rustic Taupe?
Brightness is about 19%. Saturation is around 15%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 45%. Hue is close to 34°. The hex value is #847562. The RGB value is 132, 117, 98.
Is Rustic Taupe better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Rustic Taupe has brightness around 19%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Rustic Taupe?
You can match Rustic Taupe with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Rustic Taupe work best in a home?
Rustic Taupe works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Rustic Taupe compare to a pure white paint?
Rustic Taupe is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Rustic Taupe in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Rustic Taupe in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Rustic Taupe. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Rustic Taupe. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.