Ref. #CABFB0 · 996
Ashen Tan
51%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ashen Tan Technical Profile
What color is Ashen Tan? It's a medium warm beige with the hex code #CABFB0. Colors similar to Ashen Tan include PPG Ashen, Sherwin-Williams Minimalist, Valspar Soft Pelican. Ashen Tan has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 51, Ashen Tan sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Ashen 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 Ashen Tan
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ashen Tan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ashen Tan
#CABFB0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ashen Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ashen 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Ashen Tan.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ashen Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ashen Tan have?
Ashen Tan by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the beige color family.
What colors match Ashen Tan from other brands?
The closest matches are Ashen by PPG (#C9BFB2), Minimalist by Sherwin-Williams (#CABEAD), Soft Pelican by Valspar (#CDC2B2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ashen Tan?
Ashen Tan has an LRV of 50.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ashen Tan's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.