Threshold Taupe 7501 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #AC9A8A, LRV 34 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Woodland Stone from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AC9A8A · 7501
Threshold Taupe
34%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Threshold Taupe Technical Profile
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Threshold Taupe in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Threshold 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-WilliamsThreshold Taupe
Nearly identical
ValsparWoodland Stone
Woodland Stone
Valspar
Nearly identical
Village Crier
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Winter Meadow
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Kiln Dried
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Creekbed
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cuppa Coffee
PPG
Nearly identical
Silent Sands
Behr
Nearly identical
Gray Stone
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Dead Salmon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Gone Country
Kilz
Very similar
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Threshold Taupe
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Threshold Taupe
#AC9A8A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAC85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Threshold Taupe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Threshold 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 Threshold Taupe.
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Threshold Taupe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Threshold Taupe have?
Threshold Taupe by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Threshold Taupe in your own space before committing.
What colors match Threshold Taupe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Threshold Taupe are Woodland Stone by Valspar (a near-identical match), Village Crier by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Winter Meadow by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Threshold 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 Threshold Taupe?
Threshold Taupe has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.7, 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 Threshold Taupe's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.