Studio Clay 9172 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #958D7F, LRV 27 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cathedral Gray from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #958D7F · 9172
Studio Clay
27%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Studio Clay in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Studio Clay in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsStudio Clay
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreCathedral Gray
Cathedral Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Utility Wear
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Smokey Tan
Behr
Nearly identical
Winter Feather
PPG
Nearly identical
Countryside
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Heirloom Brooch
Kilz
Nearly identical
Artichoke
Valspar
Nearly identical
Camel's Hump
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sultry Castle
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Mouse's Back
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Studio Clay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Studio Clay
#958D7F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Studio Clay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Studio Clay 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 Studio Clay.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Studio Clay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Studio Clay have?
Studio Clay 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 Studio Clay in your own space before committing.
What colors match Studio Clay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Studio Clay are Cathedral Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Utility Wear by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Smokey Tan by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Studio Clay'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 Clay?
Studio Clay has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 27.0, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Studio Clay's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.