Ref. #C8B597 · N260-3
Polo Tan
48%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Polo Tan Technical Profile
What color is Polo Tan? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #C8B597. Colors similar to Polo Tan include Hirshfield's Wicker Basket, Valspar Prairie Dance, Sherwin-Williams Lamb's Wool. Polo Tan has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 48 gives Polo 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 Polo Tan
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Wicker Basket
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Prairie Dance
Valspar
Nearly identical
Lamb's Wool
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Wicker Basket
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bluffs
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Real Simple
PPG
Nearly identical
High Noon
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Taunton Taupe Met.
MPC
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Polo Tan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Polo Tan
#C8B597
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Polo Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Polo 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 Polo 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.
Polo Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Polo Tan have?
Polo Tan by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Polo Tan from other brands?
The closest matches are Wicker Basket by Hirshfield's (#C7B699), Prairie Dance by Valspar (#CBB695), Lamb's Wool by Sherwin-Williams (#CAB598). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Polo Tan?
Polo Tan has an LRV of 47.6, 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 Polo Tan's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.