Studio Taupe PPU5-07 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A5978A, LRV 32 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sticks & Stones from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A5978A · PPU5-07
Studio Taupe
32%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Studio Taupe Technical Profile
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Studio Taupe in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Studio Taupe in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrStudio Taupe
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsSticks & Stones
Sticks & Stones
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Earl Gray
PPG
Nearly identical
Rain Barrel
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sorrel Felt
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Rain Barrel
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Creekbed
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Gray Stone
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Charleston Gray
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Art Museum
Kilz
Very similar
Coastal Villa
Valspar
Very similar
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Studio Taupe
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Studio Taupe
#A5978A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Studio Taupe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Studio Taupe 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 Studio Taupe.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Studio Taupe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Studio Taupe have?
Studio Taupe by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Studio Taupe in your own space before committing.
What colors match Studio Taupe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Studio Taupe are Sticks & Stones by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Earl Gray by PPG (a near-identical match), Rain Barrel by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Studio Taupe'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 Studio Taupe?
Studio Taupe has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 32.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Related Reading
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 Studio Taupe's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.