Studio Clay CSP-380 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #A08F85, LRV 29 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rustic Greige from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A08F85 · CSP-380
Studio Clay
29%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Studio Clay Technical Profile
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Studio Clay in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Studio Clay in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreStudio Clay
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyRustic Greige
Rustic Greige
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Parisian Cafe
Behr
Nearly identical
Armadillo
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
State of Mind
Valspar
Nearly identical
Talavera
PPG
Nearly identical
Faded Beige
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Charleston Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Bush Buck
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Portobello Mushroom
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Clove
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Studio Clay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Studio Clay
#A08F85
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA885
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Studio Clay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Studio 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Studio Clay.
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 Clay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Studio Clay have?
Studio Clay by Benjamin Moore 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 Clay in your own space before committing.
What colors match Studio Clay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Studio Clay are Rustic Greige by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Parisian Cafe by Behr (a near-identical match), Armadillo by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Studio 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 Studio Clay?
Studio Clay has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 28.8, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Studio Clay's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.