Decatur Buff HC-38 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C2A87E, estimated LRV 41 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Antiquity from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #C2A87E · HC-38
Decatur Buff
41%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Decatur Buff Technical Profile
HEX Code#C2A87E
RGB194, 168, 126
Estimated LRV41.0
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 Familyorange
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Compare alternatives to Decatur Buff
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Antiquity
PPG
#C1A87C
Close digital match
Cliff Ridge
Behr
#C2AA7F
Close digital match
Corked Tan
Dutch Boy
#C0A87C
Close digital match
Medallion
Dunn-Edwards
#C3A679
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Caraway Seed
Valspar
#BDA67F
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Season Finale
Vista Paint
#BEA37A
Close digital match
Stone .02
Colorhouse
#C1A878
Close digital match
Camelback
Sherwin-Williams
#C5AA85
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Sassafras
Hirshfield's
#BAA47A
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Banana Nut
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#CFA974
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Duster
Farrow & Ball
#BA9C69
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Beige
RAL
#C2B078
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Colors That Work With Decatur Buff
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Decatur Buff
#C2A87E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAF83
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Decatur Buff
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Decatur Buff 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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Decatur Buff — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Decatur Buff have?
Decatur Buff by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange 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 Decatur Buff from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Decatur Buff are Antiquity by PPG (a close digital match), Cliff Ridge by Behr (a close digital match), Corked Tan by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Decatur Buff'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 Decatur Buff?
Decatur Buff has a estimated lightness value of 41.0, 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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