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Studio Taupe

Studio Taupe is a versatile Yellow from Sherwin-Williams. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to add character and warmth to any space. Below, you'll find 4 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.

Hex

#AD9C85

LRV

34.47

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Light Reflectance Value
34.47
Medium
TemperatureWarm
SaturationMuted

Studio Taupe's Color Strip

Studio Taupe is the fifth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Outerbanks and Sandy Ridge. The strip spans from Natural Tan at the lightest end to Resort Tan at the deepest. Color strip 284 groups these shades together so you can see how each reads next to its neighbors.

Studio Taupe in Real Rooms

Studio Taupe has a medium LRV of 34.47 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades. It's neutral in temperature and , making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Yellow family, the photos below show it applied in a misc and house.

2 Misc Photos

Studio Taupe shows up in some unexpected spaces in these photos — hallways, laundry rooms, and accent walls. Each one makes the case that the color's versatility extends well beyond the obvious applications into every corner of the home.

Sw Studio Taupe Paint

Neutral walls in Studio Taupe provide a versatile backdrop for any space.

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Sw 7549 Hallway

Hallway walls dressed in Studio Taupe establish a welcoming transitional passage.

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2 House Photos

Studio Taupe on an exterior reads differently at different scales: approachable up close, commanding from the street. It works especially well on houses with good trim detail, where the contrast between wall and trim can do real visual work.

Sherwin Williams Studio Taupe Exterior

House exterior painted Studio Taupe blends seamlessly with natural surroundings.

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Sherwin Williams Studio Taupe Exterior

Exterior siding in Studio Taupe offers timeless, sophisticated curb appeal.

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Color Codes

HEX#AD9C85
RGB173, 156, 133
HSL35° 20% 60%
CMYK0 10 23 32
CIE LabL: 65.2 a: 2.5 b: 14.3
XYZX: 33.36 Y: 34.36 Z: 27.06
Strip284 pos. C5