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Glidden PALE TAUPE PPG1073-3

PALE TAUPE

Glidden

PPG1073-3

About PALE TAUPE by Glidden

Compare PALE TAUPE

Brightness: 66.1%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #e3d1c8

RGB: 227, 209, 200

Hue20°

Saturation33%

Lightness84%

Similar Colors by Glidden

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

PALE TAUPE

Glidden

PPG1073-3

Frequently asked questions

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

Is PALE TAUPE PPG1073-3 a warm or cool color?
PALE TAUPE by Glidden 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 PALE TAUPE?
PALE TAUPE sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 20°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for PALE TAUPE?
Brightness is about 66%. Saturation is around 33%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 84%. Hue is close to 20°. The hex value is #e3d1c8. The RGB value is 227, 209, 200.
Is PALE TAUPE better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
PALE TAUPE has brightness around 66%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with PALE TAUPE?
You can match PALE 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 PALE TAUPE work best in a home?
PALE 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 PALE TAUPE compare to a pure white paint?
PALE 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 Glidden

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

PALE TAUPE

Glidden

PPG1073-3

Darker Shades by Glidden

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

PALE TAUPE

Glidden

PPG1073-3

Complementary Colors by Glidden

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

PALE TAUPE

Glidden

PPG1073-3

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

Southern Comfort

Benjamin Moore

2095-60

Light Mocha

Benjamin Moore

2096-60

Rose Accent

Benjamin Moore

1177

Angelico

Behr

S180-1