Taupe Tone → Behr
The closest Behr matches for Sherwin Williams Taupe Tone (SW 7633), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Behr Equivalent for Taupe Tone
If you love Sherwin Williams Taupe Tone but need a Behr 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 Behr, your local store does not carry Sherwin Williams, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Taupe Tone (SW 7633) is a medium-dark taupe with warm taupe undertones. A warm, rich taupe. Deeper than Tony Taupe. Named for its tonal quality, it grounds rooms with earthy warmth. To find a good Behr match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 23) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Taupe Tone and every Behr 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 Behr option is Hazelwood (PPU5-05) with a Delta E of 3.8, which is a "good match" level match. Hazelwood is close. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Behr Matches for Taupe Tone
Hazelwood is close.
| Taupe Tone | Hazelwood | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 23 | 35 |
| Hex | #968F86 | #AEA396 |
| Undertone | Warm Taupe | Warm Hazel Taupe |
| Family | Taupe | Taupe |
Undertone Comparison
Taupe Tone has warm taupe undertones. A warm, rich taupe. Deeper than Tony Taupe. Named for its tonal quality, it grounds rooms with earthy warmth.
Hazelwood has warm hazel taupe undertones. A warm taupe with the nutty, organic quality of hazelwood. Medium depth with earthy warmth. Grounding without being dark.
The undertone difference is worth paying attention to. While they are close in overall appearance, the different undertones mean they may diverge in certain lighting. Taupe Tone's warm taupe quality may read differently than Hazelwood's warm hazel taupe character, especially in rooms with strong directional light or colored accents that could pull out one undertone more than the other. Test a sample in your specific room before committing.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Taupe Tone in Your Room
Warm and grounding. In bright rooms, a rich taupe. In dim rooms, cozy and intimate.
Hazelwood in Your Room
Warm and earthy. In bright rooms, a warm, natural taupe. In dim rooms, a cozy, grounding neutral.
LRV and Brightness
Taupe Tone has an LRV of 23, while Hazelwood has an LRV of 35. That means Hazelwood reflects more light. If you switch from Taupe Tone to Hazelwood, the room should feel slightly brighter and more open.
Best Rooms for Taupe Tone
Sherwin Williams recommends Taupe Tone for: accent wall, exterior, dining room, office, bedroom. With an LRV of 23, this is a medium-dark color that absorbs more light than it reflects. It makes a bold statement and works beautifully on accent walls, front doors, exterior trim, and features where drama is the goal. In a full room, make sure you have good lighting and bright white trim for contrast.
Hazelwood is recommended for: living room, bedroom, dining room, office, hallway. The recommended applications differ slightly between brands, but the color's properties should work in the same rooms regardless of which brand you choose. Trust the LRV and undertone data more than the specific room suggestions, and always test in your actual space.
Taupe Tone in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Behr match for Taupe Tone (SW 7633) is Hazelwood (PPU5-05) with a Delta E of 3.8, which rates as a "good match" match. Hazelwood is close. 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. Taupe Tone is a Sherwin Williams color with warm taupe undertones and an LRV of 23. Hazelwood is a Behr color with warm hazel taupe undertones and an LRV of 35. With a Delta E of 3.8, 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 3.8, 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 Behr equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Behr. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Behr 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.