Authentic Tan N290-2 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #EDE3CA, LRV 73 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Milk Paint from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #EDE3CA · N290-2
Authentic Tan
73%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Authentic Tan Technical Profile
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Authentic Tan in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Authentic Tan in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrAuthentic Tan
Nearly identical
Vista PaintMilk Paint
Milk Paint
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Oatmeal
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Crafted White
Valspar
Nearly identical
Navajo White
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Morocco Sand
PPG
Nearly identical
Petticoat
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Restoration Ivory
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Zested Lemon
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Lime White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Pale Almond
Kilz
Nearly identical
Air .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Authentic Tan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Authentic Tan
#EDE3CA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAB77B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Authentic Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Authentic Tan Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Authentic Tan.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Authentic Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Authentic Tan have?
Authentic Tan by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Authentic Tan in your own space before committing.
What colors match Authentic Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Authentic Tan are Milk Paint by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Organic Cotton by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Oatmeal by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Authentic Tan's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Authentic Tan?
Authentic Tan has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 73.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Authentic Tan's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.