Traditional Tan PPF-14 is a beige paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D6D2C0, estimated LRV 64 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Soft Herbal Sage from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #D6D2C0 · PPF-14
Traditional Tan
64%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Traditional Tan Technical Profile
HEX Code#D6D2C0
RGB214, 210, 192
Estimated LRV64.2
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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Colors That Work With Traditional Tan
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Traditional Tan
#D6D2C0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Traditional Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Traditional 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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Traditional Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Traditional Tan have?
Traditional 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 Traditional Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Traditional Tan are Soft Herbal Sage by PPG (a close digital match), Static by PPG (a close digital match), Doric White by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Traditional 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 Traditional Tan?
Traditional Tan has a estimated lightness value of 64.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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