Studio Taupe 7549 is a beige paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #AD9C85, LRV 34 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Khaki Bronze from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AD9C85 · 7549
Studio Taupe
34%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Studio Taupe Technical Profile
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Studio Taupe in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Studio Taupe 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 Taupe
Nearly identical
PPGKhaki Bronze
Khaki Bronze
PPG
Nearly identical
Tatami Mat
Behr
Nearly identical
Elusive Morel
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Ode to Joy
Valspar
Nearly identical
Village Crier
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Turret
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Gone Country
Kilz
Very similar
Wild Desert
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Deep Marsh
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Light Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Studio Taupe
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Studio Taupe
#AD9C85
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Studio Taupe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Studio Taupe 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 Taupe.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Studio Taupe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Studio Taupe have?
Studio Taupe 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 Studio Taupe in your own space before committing.
What colors match Studio Taupe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Studio Taupe are Khaki Bronze by PPG (a near-identical match), Tatami Mat by Behr (a near-identical match), Elusive Morel by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Studio Taupe'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 Taupe?
Studio Taupe has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 34.4, 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
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 Taupe's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.