Ranch Tan QE-28 is a beige paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C6B5A2, estimated LRV 48 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Steveareno Beige from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #C6B5A2 · QE-28
Ranch Tan
48%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Ranch Tan Technical Profile
HEX Code#C6B5A2
RGB198, 181, 162
Estimated LRV47.7
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familybeige
BrandBehr
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#C5B5A4
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#C5B6A4
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Beach Party
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#C7B5A4
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Yorkshire Tan
Kilz
#C2B19D
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#C7B39E
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Summer Suede
PPG
#C7B8A4
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Grayed Pebble
Dutch Boy
#C0B2A1
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Shabby Chic
Benjamin Moore
#CBBAA9
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Jitney
Farrow & Ball
#C4B2A2
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Moth Wing
Hirshfield's
#CCBCA9
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Colors That Work With Ranch Tan
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ranch Tan
#C6B5A2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ranch Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ranch 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
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Ranch Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ranch Tan have?
Ranch 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 Ranch Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ranch Tan are Steveareno Beige by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Pavilion Beige by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Beach Party by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ranch 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 Ranch Tan?
Ranch Tan has a estimated lightness value 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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