Ref. #C7A77E · S260-4
Pelican Tan
41%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pelican Tan Technical Profile
What color is Pelican Tan? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #C7A77E. Colors similar to Pelican Tan include Sherwin-Williams Stonebriar, Vista Paint Coastal Sand, Benjamin Moore Guesthouse. Pelican Tan has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 41 gives Pelican Tan depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Pelican Tan
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Stonebriar
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Coastal Sand
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Guesthouse
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Castell Harlech
Valspar
Nearly identical
Capilano Bridge
MPC
Nearly identical
Applesauce Cake
PPG
Nearly identical
Coastal Sand
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Graham Cracker
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pelican Tan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pelican Tan
#C7A77E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AEB181
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pelican Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pelican 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 Pelican 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.
Pelican Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pelican Tan have?
Pelican Tan by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Pelican Tan from other brands?
The closest matches are Stonebriar by Sherwin-Williams (#CBA97E), Coastal Sand by Vista Paint (#C6A883), Guesthouse by Benjamin Moore (#CBA87B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pelican Tan?
Pelican Tan has an LRV of 41.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Pelican Tan's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.