Taro (1386) is a deep purple from Benjamin Moore with no strong undertone. Its LRV is about 7 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest match in another brand is Glidden Pansy Petal (96% match).

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LRV

7 · Very dark

Undertone

None (neutral)

Temperature

Cool

Code

1386

HEX

#5B435D

RGB

91, 67, 93

HSL

295°, 16%, 31%

Family

Purples

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Taro FAQ

What undertone does Taro have?

Taro has no strong undertone: it reads as a deep purple. Its color temperature is cool. This is estimated from the digital color values; north-facing light pulls undertones cooler and warm bulbs pull them warmer, so check a real sample on your wall.

What is the LRV of Taro?

Taro has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 7 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting.

What is the closest match to Taro in other brands?

Glidden: Pansy Petal (PPG1177-7), 96%; PPG: Pansy Petal (PPG1177-7), 96%; Behr: Paparazzi (M570-7), 92%; Valspar: Bon Vivant (8002-48G), 92%; Sherwin-Williams: Mature Grape (SW 6286), 90%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Mature Grape (HGSW6286), 90%; Dunn-Edwards: Mulberry (DEA194), 90%; Farrow & Ball: Brinjal (No. 222), 72%. Matches are estimated from digital color values and are not official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of Taro?

The HEX code of Taro (1386) is #5B435D, RGB 91, 67, 93. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.