Bauhaus Buff 7552 is a orange paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #E7DBCC, estimated LRV 72 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tuscan Beige from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #E7DBCC · 7552
Bauhaus Buff
72%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Bauhaus Buff Technical Profile
HEX Code#E7DBCC
RGB231, 219, 204
Estimated LRV72.0
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 Familyorange
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Compare alternatives to Bauhaus Buff
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#E7DCCF
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#E6DCCD
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Cappuccino Foam
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#E5D9CC
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Peau de Soie
Benjamin Moore
#E6DCCF
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Clover Honey
Hirshfield's
#EBE0D1
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Old Lace
Kilz
#E8DED1
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Canton Cotton
Vista Paint
#E2D6C8
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South Peak
PPG
#EADFD2
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Bone White
Dunn-Edwards
#EBDECC
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Dimity
Farrow & Ball
#EEE3D3
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Colors That Work With Bauhaus Buff
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bauhaus Buff
#E7DBCC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAF83
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bauhaus Buff
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bauhaus Buff 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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Bauhaus Buff — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bauhaus Buff have?
Bauhaus Buff by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange 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 Bauhaus Buff from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bauhaus Buff are Tuscan Beige by Behr (a close digital match), Aged Parchment by Behr (a close digital match), Pale Palomino by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Bauhaus Buff'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 Bauhaus Buff?
Bauhaus Buff has a estimated lightness value of 72.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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