Distant Tan PWL-83 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #CFBDA5, LRV 52 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bar Harbor Beige from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CFBDA5 · PWL-83
Distant Tan
52%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Distant Tan Technical Profile
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Distant Tan in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Distant Tan in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrDistant Tan
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreBar Harbor Beige
Bar Harbor Beige
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Malabar
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Ranch House
Kilz
Nearly identical
Rustic Taupe
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Beach Dune
Valspar
Nearly identical
Mushroom Cap
PPG
Nearly identical
Moth Wing
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Crumcake
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Moth Wing
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Oxford Stone
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Distant Tan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Distant Tan
#CFBDA5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Distant Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Distant 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 Distant 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.
Distant Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Distant Tan have?
Distant 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 Distant Tan in your own space before committing.
What colors match Distant Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Distant Tan are Bar Harbor Beige by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Bar by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Bradstreet Beige by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Distant 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 Distant Tan?
Distant Tan has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 52.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Distant Tan's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.