Rugged Tan N190-4 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B3A799, LRV 40 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Quicksand from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B3A799 · N190-4
Rugged Tan
40%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Rugged Tan Technical Profile
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Rugged Tan in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rugged Tan in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrRugged Tan
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreQuicksand
Quicksand
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Rocky Mountain Clay
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Koala
Valspar
Nearly identical
Fawn Doe
Kilz
Nearly identical
Kelmscott
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Perfect Greige
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Heron Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Drifted Wood
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
In the Hills
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Light Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Stone .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rugged Tan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rugged Tan
#B3A799
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rugged Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rugged 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 Rugged Tan.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rugged Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rugged Tan have?
Rugged Tan by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Rugged Tan in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rugged Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rugged Tan are Quicksand by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Rocky Mountain Clay by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Koala by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Rugged 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 Rugged Tan?
Rugged Tan has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.5, 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 Rugged Tan's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.