Studio Clay CSP-380 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #A08F85, estimated 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.
Benjamin Moore · #A08F85 · CSP-380
Studio Clay
29%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Studio Clay Technical Profile
HEX Code#A08F85
RGB160, 143, 133
Estimated LRV28.8
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 Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Rustic Greige
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#9F8F85
Close digital match
Parisian Cafe
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#A08D84
Close digital match
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#9E9089
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#9C8E83
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#A0928B
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#A29285
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Colors That Work With Studio Clay
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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
Digital 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
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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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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Studio Clay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Studio Clay are Rustic Greige by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Parisian Cafe by Behr (a close digital match), Armadillo by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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