Sticks & Stones 7503 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #A49689, LRV 32 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Studio Taupe from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A49689 · 7503
Sticks & Stones
32%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sticks & Stones Technical Profile
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Sticks & Stones in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sticks & Stones in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsSticks & Stones
Nearly identical
BehrStudio Taupe
Studio Taupe
Behr
Nearly identical
Rain Barrel
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sorrel Felt
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Earl Gray
PPG
Nearly identical
Rain Barrel
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Creekbed
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Charleston Gray
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Gray Stone
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
State of Mind
Valspar
Very similar
Art Museum
Kilz
Very similar
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sticks & Stones
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sticks & Stones
#A49689
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sticks & Stones
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sticks & Stones 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 Sticks & Stones.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sticks & Stones — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sticks & Stones have?
Sticks & Stones by Sherwin-Williams 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 Sticks & Stones in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sticks & Stones from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sticks & Stones are Studio Taupe by Behr (a near-identical match), Rain Barrel by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Sorrel Felt by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sticks & Stones'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 Sticks & Stones?
Sticks & Stones has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 31.5, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sticks & Stones's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.