Tuscan Beige → Sherwin Williams
The closest Sherwin Williams matches for Behr Tuscan Beige (PPU5-11), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Sherwin Williams Equivalent for Tuscan Beige
If you love Behr Tuscan Beige but need a Sherwin Williams alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers Sherwin Williams, your local store does not carry Behr, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Tuscan Beige (PPU5-11) is a medium beige with warm tuscan beige undertones. A warm beige inspired by Tuscan architecture. Earthy and golden, like sun-baked Italian stone. To find a good Sherwin Williams match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 52) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Tuscan Beige and every Sherwin Williams color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
The results are decent but not perfect. The closest Sherwin Williams option is Alabaster Dark (SW 6072) with a Delta E of 4, which is a "good match" level match. Versatile Gray is grayer. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Sherwin Williams Matches for Tuscan Beige
Versatile Gray is grayer.
| Tuscan Beige | Alabaster Dark | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 52 | 41 |
| Hex | #C8BFB1 | #B7B3AC |
| Undertone | Warm Tuscan Beige | Warm Gray |
| Family | Beige | Gray |
Undertone Comparison
Tuscan Beige has warm tuscan beige undertones. A warm beige inspired by Tuscan architecture. Earthy and golden, like sun-baked Italian stone.
Alabaster Dark has warm gray undertones. A warm, versatile mid-tone gray. Balanced and reliable.
These two colors share the same undertone family, which is a good sign for a cross-brand swap. The undertone similarity means they will behave similarly as lighting changes throughout the day, and they should coordinate well with the same accent colors, trim, and furnishings.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Tuscan Beige in Your Room
Warm and golden. Rich and inviting in all conditions.
Alabaster Dark in Your Room
Warm and consistent. A workhorse gray for any room.
LRV and Brightness
Tuscan Beige has an LRV of 52, while Alabaster Dark has an LRV of 41. That means Tuscan Beige reflects noticeably more light. In the same room, Tuscan Beige will make the space feel brighter and more open than Alabaster Dark. If you are switching to the Sherwin Williams option, expect the room to feel slightly more intimate and cozy.
Best Rooms for Tuscan Beige
Behr recommends Tuscan Beige for: living room, dining room, bedroom, hallway, kitchen. With an LRV of 52, this is a medium color that is in the medium-light range, reflecting enough light to keep rooms feeling open while adding more color and depth than a white or off-white. It works well in living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways where you want warmth and character without darkness.
Alabaster Dark is recommended for: living room, bedroom, hallway, office. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Alabaster Dark in the same rooms you planned for Tuscan Beige.
Tuscan Beige in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Sherwin Williams match for Tuscan Beige (PPU5-11) is Alabaster Dark (SW 6072) with a Delta E of 4, which rates as a "good match" match. Versatile Gray is grayer. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. Tuscan Beige is a Behr color with warm tuscan beige undertones and an LRV of 52. Alabaster Dark is a Sherwin Williams color with warm gray undertones and an LRV of 41. With a Delta E of 4, the difference is subtle and mainly visible in direct side-by-side comparison. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 4, the difference is enough that they should not be used on adjacent walls in the same room. You can use them in separate rooms of the same house, but be aware that walking from one room to the other may reveal the difference, especially if the rooms have similar lighting. For the most consistent look, pick one brand for all connected living spaces and reserve the other brand for visually separate rooms like bathrooms or bedrooms behind closed doors.
There are several practical reasons to look for a Sherwin Williams equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Sherwin Williams. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Sherwin Williams work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.