Ref. #A57955 · 6117
Smokey Topaz
22%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Smokey Topaz Technical Profile
What color is Smokey Topaz? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #A57955. Colors similar to Smokey Topaz include Kilz Brown Bag, Benjamin Moore Glazed Pear, Benjamin Moore Old Canal. Smokey Topaz has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 22, Smokey Topaz creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Smokey Topaz pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Smokey Topaz
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smokey Topaz
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smokey Topaz
#A57955
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABA982
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smokey Topaz
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smokey Topaz 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
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Smokey Topaz.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Smokey Topaz — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smokey Topaz have?
Smokey Topaz by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Smokey Topaz from other brands?
The closest matches are Brown Bag by Kilz (#A47A5A), Glazed Pear by Benjamin Moore (#AA7C55), Old Canal by Benjamin Moore (#A47A5B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Smokey Topaz?
Smokey Topaz has an LRV of 22.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Smokey Topaz's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.