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Benjamin Moore Shenandoah Taupe AC-36

Shenandoah Taupe

Benjamin Moore

AC-36

About Shenandoah Taupe by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 33%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #a59a8d

RGB: 165, 154, 141

Hue33°

Saturation12%

Lightness60%

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These are close matches to Shenandoah 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 Shenandoah Taupe looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Shenandoah Taupe AC-36 a warm or cool color?
Shenandoah 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 Shenandoah Taupe?
Shenandoah Taupe sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 33°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Shenandoah Taupe?
Brightness is about 33%. Saturation is around 12%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 60%. Hue is close to 33°. The hex value is #a59a8d. The RGB value is 165, 154, 141.
Is Shenandoah Taupe better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Shenandoah Taupe has brightness around 33%. 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 Shenandoah Taupe?
You can match Shenandoah 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 Shenandoah Taupe work best in a home?
Shenandoah 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 Shenandoah Taupe compare to a pure white paint?
Shenandoah 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 Shenandoah 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 Shenandoah 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 Shenandoah Taupe. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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