Sculptor Clay PPU5-8 is a beige paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #CCC3B4, estimated LRV 55 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Smokey Taupe from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #CCC3B4 · PPU5-8
Sculptor Clay
55%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Sculptor Clay Technical Profile
HEX Code#CCC3B4
RGB204, 195, 180
Estimated LRV55.2
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familybeige
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Sculptor Clay
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sculptor Clay
#CCC3B4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sculptor Clay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sculptor Clay Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
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Sculptor Clay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sculptor Clay have?
Sculptor Clay by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Sculptor Clay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sculptor Clay are Smokey Taupe by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Inukshuk by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Slumber Sloth by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sculptor Clay's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Sculptor Clay?
Sculptor Clay has a estimated lightness value of 55.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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