Ref. #BA9866 · 270F-5
Wilmington Tan
34%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Wilmington Tan Technical Profile
What color is Wilmington Tan? It's a medium warm brown with the hex code #BA9866. Colors similar to Wilmington Tan include Hirshfield's Danish Pine, Sherwin-Williams Rustic City, MPC Baked Cumin. Wilmington Tan has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 34 gives Wilmington Tan depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Wilmington Tan pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Wilmington Tan
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Wilmington Tan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wilmington Tan
#BA9866
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACB082
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wilmington Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wilmington 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 Wilmington Tan.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Wilmington Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wilmington Tan have?
Wilmington Tan by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Wilmington Tan from other brands?
The closest matches are Danish Pine by Hirshfield's (#BA9967), Rustic City by Sherwin-Williams (#BA9A67), Baked Cumin by MPC (#B69667). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Wilmington Tan?
Wilmington Tan has an LRV of 33.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Wilmington Tan's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.