Studio Beige 9602 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #C1B2A1, estimated LRV 46 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Grayed Pebble from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #C1B2A1 · 9602
Studio Beige
46%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Studio Beige Technical Profile
HEX Code#C1B2A1
RGB193, 178, 161
Estimated LRV45.8
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familyneutral
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Studio Beige
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Studio Beige
#C1B2A1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Studio Beige
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Studio Beige 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 Beige — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Studio Beige have?
Studio Beige by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Beige from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Studio Beige are Grayed Pebble by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Steveareno Beige by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Discover by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Studio Beige'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 Beige?
Studio Beige has a estimated lightness value of 45.8, 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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