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Benjamin Moore Smokey Taupe 983

Smokey Taupe

Benjamin Moore

983

About Smokey Taupe by Benjamin Moore

Smokey Taupe 983 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 56% and hue near 38° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 55.8%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #cdc4b5

RGB: 205, 196, 181

Hue38°

Saturation19%

Lightness76%

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

Is Smokey Taupe 983 a warm or cool color?
Smokey Taupe by Benjamin Moore is a warm mid tone color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Smokey Taupe?
Smokey Taupe sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 38°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Smokey Taupe?
Brightness is about 56%. Saturation is around 19%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 76%. Hue is close to 38°. The hex value is #cdc4b5. The RGB value is 205, 196, 181.
Is Smokey Taupe better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Smokey Taupe has brightness around 56%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Smokey Taupe?
You can match Smokey 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 Smokey Taupe work best in a home?
Smokey 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 Smokey Taupe compare to a pure white paint?
Smokey Taupe is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and mid tone 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 Smokey 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 Smokey 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 Smokey Taupe. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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