Sculptor Clay PPU5-8 is a beige paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #CCC3B4, 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.
Ref. #CCC3B4 · PPU5-8
Sculptor Clay
55%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sculptor Clay Technical Profile
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Sculptor Clay in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sculptor Clay in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSculptor Clay
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreSmokey Taupe
Smokey Taupe
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Slumber Sloth
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Star Light
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Synchronicity
PPG
Nearly identical
Oatbran
Valspar
Nearly identical
Overgrown
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Ellipsis
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Go Quietly
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Buried In Sand
Kilz
Very similar
Drop Cloth
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sculptor Clay
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Sculptor Clay.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sculptor Clay in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sculptor Clay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sculptor Clay are Smokey Taupe by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Inukshuk by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Slumber Sloth by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sculptor Clay's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.