Virtual Taupe 7039 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #8A7A6A, LRV 20 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Woodbridge from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8A7A6A · 7039
Virtual Taupe
20%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Virtual Taupe Technical Profile
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Virtual Taupe in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Virtual 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-WilliamsVirtual Taupe
Nearly identical
Vista PaintWoodbridge
Woodbridge
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Thunderbird
PPG
Nearly identical
Medium Roast
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Seasoned Wood
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Road Less-Travelled
Behr
Nearly identical
Davenport Tan
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Milk Chocolate
Valspar
Very similar
Dusty Path
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cowboy Hat
Kilz
Very similar
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Virtual Taupe
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Virtual Taupe
#8A7A6A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9A97E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Virtual Taupe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Virtual 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 Virtual Taupe.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Virtual Taupe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Virtual Taupe have?
Virtual Taupe 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 Virtual Taupe in your own space before committing.
What colors match Virtual Taupe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Virtual Taupe are Woodbridge by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Thunderbird by PPG (a near-identical match), Medium Roast by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Virtual 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 Virtual Taupe?
Virtual Taupe has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Virtual Taupe's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.