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Sherwin Williams Tavern Taupe SW7508

Tavern Taupe

Sherwin Williams

SW7508

About Tavern Taupe by Sherwin Williams

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Brightness: 26.6%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #9c8a79

RGB: 156, 138, 121

Hue29°

Saturation15%

Lightness54%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

These are close matches to Tavern Taupe from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Tavern Taupe

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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Tavern Taupe looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Tavern Taupe SW7508 a warm or cool color?
Tavern Taupe by Sherwin Williams is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Tavern Taupe?
Tavern Taupe sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 29°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Tavern Taupe?
Brightness is about 27%. Saturation is around 15%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 54%. Hue is close to 29°. The hex value is #9c8a79. The RGB value is 156, 138, 121.
Is Tavern Taupe better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Tavern Taupe has brightness around 27%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Tavern Taupe?
You can match Tavern Taupe with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Tavern Taupe work best in a home?
Tavern Taupe works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Tavern Taupe compare to a pure white paint?
Tavern Taupe is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Sherwin Williams

These lighter shades sit above Tavern Taupe in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Tavern Taupe

Sherwin Williams

SW7508

Darker Shades by Sherwin Williams

These colors drop a bit below Tavern Taupe in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Tavern Taupe

Sherwin Williams

SW7508

Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Tavern Taupe. They add contrast without clashing.

Tavern Taupe

Sherwin Williams

SW7508

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Tavern Taupe. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.

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Glidden

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Ticonderoga Taupe

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