Sherwin Williams Tony Taupe SW 7038

Official page:Tony Taupe SW 7038
Code:SW 7038
Name:Tony Taupe
Brand:Sherwin Williams

What color is Sherwin Williams Tony Taupe?

Sherwin Williams Tony Taupe (SW 7038) is a sophisticated and versatile hue that exudes timeless elegance. This warm grey-brown shade pairs beautifully with soft cream, muted greens, and deep navy accents to create a balanced and harmonious color palette. Tony Taupe adds a sense of warmth and depth to any space, making it a perfect choice for creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Combine it with natural wood tones and metallic finishes to achieve a modern and luxurious look that is both chic and understated.

Tony Taupe for bedroom

We’ve hand-picked a beautiful collection of photos of this amazing Beige shade used in real bedrooms. Take a look and imagine how this wonderful warm Mid-tone paint color could transform your own bedroom space.

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Tony Taupe for living room

Check out this stunning Mid-tone color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Beige shade can create a unique space

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Sherwin Williams SW 7038 on kitchen cabinets

Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating warm hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.

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Tony Taupe for exterior

Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this warm hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.

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Sherwin Williams Tony Taupe reviews

View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.

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What are Sherwin Williams Tony Taupe undertones?

The undertone of Tony Taupe can be accurately described as a Red hue, as is apparent from the color space provided. By isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades, we were able to precisely determine its undertone. This approach has proven to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

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HEX value

HEX value:

#B1A290

RGB code:

177, 162, 144

Is Sherwin Williams Tony Taupe SW 7038 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 33° thisBeigerefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

SW 7038 Tony Taupe HSL code: 33, 17%, 63%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color..
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

  • Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
  • Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
  • Warm beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
  • Warm mid-tone shades like terracotta and warm beige create a cozy and inviting atmosphere in living rooms, bedrooms, and kitchens. They can brighten up spaces without being too overwhelming. However, it's best to avoid using these shades in very sunny rooms, as they can become too intense.

Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.

How light temperature affects Tony Taupe

Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.

In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:

Direction of sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this Beige shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Tony Taupe:

Monochromatic color scheme

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.

Lighter shades

Darker shades

Complementary color scheme

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color Tony Taupe with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 213, such as Sherwin Williams Mount Etna and Debonair.

LRV of Tony Taupe

Tony Taupe has an LRV of 37.2% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of lightWhy LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).

Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 37.2%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft2 living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.

Color codes

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HEX#b1a290Copy color code
RGB Decimal177, 162, 144Copy color code
RGB Percent69.41%, 63.53%, 56.47%Copy color code
HSVHue: 33° Saturation: 18.64% Value: 69.41%Copy color code
HSLhsl(33, 17, 63)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 8.47 Yellow: 18.64 Key: 30.59Copy color code
YIQY: 164.433 I: 14.723 Q: -2.429Copy color code
XYZX: 36.085 Y: 37.202 Z: 31.658Copy color code
CIE LabL:67.428 a:2.444 b:11.346Copy color code
CIE LuvL:67.428 u:10.191 v:15.383Copy color code
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Hunter Lab60.994, -1.134, 11.922Copy color code
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