Elemental Tan MQ2-21 is a beige paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C8B59C, LRV 48 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Best Beige from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C8B59C · MQ2-21
Elemental Tan
48%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Elemental Tan Technical Profile
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Elemental Tan in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Elemental Tan in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrElemental Tan
Nearly identical
PPGBest Beige
Best Beige
PPG
Nearly identical
Warm
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Barcelona Beige
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Ranch House
Kilz
Nearly identical
Breakwater
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Rustic Taupe
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Moose Mousse
Valspar
Nearly identical
Wicker Basket
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Moth Wing
Vista Paint
Very similar
Jitney
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Elemental Tan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Elemental Tan
#C8B59C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Elemental Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Elemental 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 Elemental Tan.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Elemental Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Elemental Tan have?
Elemental Tan by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Elemental Tan in your own space before committing.
What colors match Elemental Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Elemental Tan are Best Beige by PPG (a near-identical match), Traditional Tan by PPG (a near-identical match), Warm by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Elemental 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 Elemental Tan?
Elemental Tan has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 47.7, 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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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 Elemental Tan's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.