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Sherwin Williams Tony Taupe SW7038

Tony Taupe

Sherwin Williams

SW7038

About Tony Taupe by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 37.2%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #b1a290

RGB: 177, 162, 144

Hue33°

Saturation18%

Lightness63%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Tony Taupe SW7038 a warm or cool color?
Tony 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 Tony Taupe?
Tony Taupe sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 33°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Tony Taupe?
Brightness is about 37%. Saturation is around 18%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 63%. Hue is close to 33°. The hex value is #b1a290. The RGB value is 177, 162, 144.
Is Tony Taupe better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Tony Taupe has brightness around 37%. 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 Tony Taupe?
You can match Tony 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 Tony Taupe work best in a home?
Tony 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 Tony Taupe compare to a pure white paint?
Tony 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 Tony Taupe in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Sherwin Williams

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

Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Alternate Colors by other brands

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