Outerbanks 7534 is a beige paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #B7A48B, LRV 39 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Towrope from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B7A48B · 7534
Outerbanks
39%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Outerbanks in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Outerbanks in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsOuterbanks
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyTowrope
Towrope
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Chateau
Behr
Nearly identical
Brush Beige
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Iced Mocha
Kilz
Nearly identical
Antelope
PPG
Nearly identical
Desert Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Macadamia Brown
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Au Lait Ole
Valspar
Nearly identical
Macadamia Brown
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Light Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Metal .02
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Outerbanks
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Outerbanks
#B7A48B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Outerbanks
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Outerbanks 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
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Outerbanks — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Outerbanks have?
Outerbanks by Sherwin-Williams 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 Outerbanks in your own space before committing.
What colors match Outerbanks from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Outerbanks are Towrope by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Chateau by Behr (a near-identical match), Harvest Brown by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Outerbanks'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 Outerbanks?
Outerbanks has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.5, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Outerbanks's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.