Chamois Tan PPU8-7 is a beige paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B3A385, estimated LRV 38 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Old Surrey Beige from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #B3A385 · PPU8-7
Chamois Tan
38%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Chamois Tan Technical Profile
HEX Code#B3A385
RGB179, 163, 133
Estimated LRV37.5
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familybeige
BrandBehr
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chamois Tan
#B3A385
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Chamois Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chamois Tan Room Palettes
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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
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Chamois Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chamois Tan have?
Chamois Tan by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Chamois Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chamois Tan are Old Surrey Beige by PPG (a close digital match), Karma by PPG (a close digital match), Wicker Basket by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Chamois 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 Chamois Tan?
Chamois Tan has a estimated lightness value of 37.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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