Studio Clay
Studio Clay is a beige paint color from Behr, but its character reaches beyond a single label. Its beige classifications hint at the directions it may take as daylight, lamps and neighboring colors move around it. Move between the room imagery, color measurements and coordinating shades to build a fuller sense of how it might live in your space.
Hex
#d9ccb8LRV
61.36
Studio Clay in Rooms
Follow Studio Clay from one space to another and watch how light, scale and surrounding materials reshape its character. 3 sourced room photos offer a closer look at the color in lived-in settings.
1 House Photo
The beige hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes. In this setting, let full daylight, cloud cover and long evening shadows and roofing, masonry, timber, planting and trim guide the final sample decision.
Exterior home painted in Studio Clay presents warm, earthy curb appeal.
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1 Living Room Photo
Against upholstery, timber, art and metal accents, Studio Clay (MQ2-27) may feel quieter, sharper or more atmospheric than the digital swatch alone. An LRV of 61.4 lets the color hold its identity across both brighter and more shaded parts of the room.
Living room walls in Studio Clay establish a grounded, inviting atmosphere.
@smashingdiy
1 Misc Photo
These 1 misc image show how Studio Clay (MQ2-27) can sit beside a changing mix of architectural details and personal finishes. Its red undertone may become clearest at the boundary between paint and a contrasting finish.
Dresser refinished in Studio Clay becomes a neutral focal point in the bedroom.
@rusticdesignshawaii
Similar Colors
Chocolate Froth reads slightly lighter (LRV 67 vs 61), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Complementary Colors
At LRV 61 vs 22, Studio Clay is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 61 vs 15, Studio Clay is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 61 vs 9, Studio Clay is decisively the brighter choice.
Color Codes
Manufacturer description
Experience the peaceful warmth of Behr Studio Clay (MQ2-27) enveloping your living space with its earthy charm. This versatile color effortlessly enhances the cozy ambiance of both living rooms and bedrooms, creating a serene retreat to unwind after a long day. Studio Clay (MQ2-27) adds a touch of sophistication to dining areas, inviting you to savor meals in a relaxing atmosphere. Pair it with natural textures and greenery for a harmonious and grounding effect throughout your home. Let Behr's Studio Clay (MQ2-27) transform your rooms into tranquil havens that exude timeless elegance and comfort.","html_description":"","color":"#d9ccb8","color_rgb":{"r":217,"g":204,"b":184},"color_hsv":{"h":36,"s":30,"v":79},"codes":{"hsv":"Hue: 36° Saturation: 15.21% Value: 85.1%","hsl":"hsl(36, 30, 79)","cmyk":"Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 5.99 Yellow: 15.21 Key: 14.9","yiq":"Y: 205.607 I: 14.174 Q: -3.474","xyz":"X: 58.859 Y: 61.399 Z: 54.085","cie_lab":"L:82.593 a:1.212 b:11.595","cie_luv":"L:82.593 u:8.914 v:16.645","decimal":"14273720","hunter_lab":"78.358, -3.045, 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