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Sherwin Williams Virtual Taupe SW7039

Virtual Taupe

Sherwin Williams

SW7039

About Virtual Taupe by Sherwin Williams

Virtual Taupe SW7039 by Sherwin Williams is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 20% and hue near 30° for steady results across rooms. Bold pick for accents, dining rooms, or small cozy spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 20.4%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #8a7a6a

RGB: 138, 122, 106

Hue30°

Saturation13%

Lightness48%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

These are close matches to Virtual 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 Virtual Taupe looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Virtual Taupe SW7039 a warm or cool color?
Virtual 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 Virtual Taupe?
Virtual Taupe sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 30°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Virtual Taupe?
Brightness is about 20%. Saturation is around 13%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 48%. Hue is close to 30°. The hex value is #8a7a6a. The RGB value is 138, 122, 106.
Is Virtual Taupe better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Virtual Taupe has brightness around 20%. 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 Virtual Taupe?
You can match Virtual 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 Virtual Taupe work best in a home?
Virtual 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 Virtual Taupe compare to a pure white paint?
Virtual 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 Virtual 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 Virtual 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 Virtual Taupe. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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