Ref. #A88769 · CW-195
Chowning's Tan
27%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Chowning's Tan Technical Profile
What color is Chowning's Tan? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #A88769. Colors similar to Chowning's Tan include PPG Confidence, Sherwin-Williams Yearling, Valspar Crumbling Cork. Chowning's Tan has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 27 gives Chowning's 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, Chowning's 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 Chowning's Tan
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chowning's Tan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chowning's Tan
#A88769
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAC85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chowning's Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chowning's 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 Chowning's 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.
Chowning's Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chowning's Tan have?
Chowning's Tan by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Chowning's Tan from other brands?
The closest matches are Confidence by PPG (#A98A6B), Yearling by Sherwin-Williams (#AD896A), Crumbling Cork by Valspar (#A38365). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Chowning's Tan?
Chowning's Tan has an LRV of 26.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Chowning's Tan's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.