Kangaroo by Benjamin Moore paint color
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Ref. #C0B299 · AF-145

Kangaroo

45%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Kangaroo Technical Profile

What color is Kangaroo? It's a medium warm beige with the hex code #C0B299. Colors similar to Kangaroo include Sherwin-Williams Avenue Tan, Sherwin-Williams Windsor Greige, Vista Paint Roman Ruins. Kangaroo has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 45 gives Kangaroo depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Kangaroo 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.

HEX Code#C0B299
RGB192, 178, 153
LRV45.3
UndertoneNeutral
Color Familybeige
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors Similar to Kangaroo

Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.

Avenue Tan

Sherwin-Williams

Nearly identical

Roman Ruins

Vista Paint

Nearly identical

Taunton Taupe Met.

MPC

Nearly identical

Brown Teepee

Behr

Nearly identical

Rock Cliffs

PPG

Nearly identical

Roman Ruins

Hirshfield's

Nearly identical

Pigeon Gray

Dunn-Edwards

Nearly identical

Wetland Clay

Valspar

Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings

Colors That Work With Kangaroo

Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall

Living room with applied paint colors

Side Walls

Kangaroo

#C0B299

Accent Wall

Tonal Shift

A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.

#A8AD85

Trim & Molding

Pure White

Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.

#FFFFFF

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Color Palettes for Kangaroo

Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.

Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast

Base

Vast Desert

Complement

Ashberry

Kangaroo Room Palettes

Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.

Walls

This Color

Trim

Snow White

Accent

Sterling Forest

Pop

Cognac Snifter

Warm & Inviting

Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable

Walls

This Color

Trim

Chantilly Lace

Accent

Gothic Green

Pop

Purple Heart

Cool & Calm

Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful

Walls

This Color

Trim

Chantilly Lace

Accent

Fair Isle Blue

Pop

Athens Blue

Bold Contrast

Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking

Similar Benjamin Moore Colors

Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Kangaroo.

Truffle

Benjamin Moore · AF-130

#C7B198

Rocky Road

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#B8AB9B

Baja Dunes

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#B8AB9B

Driftscape Tan

Benjamin Moore · 2106-50

#C2ADA3

Spring Has Sprung

Benjamin Moore · CSP-835

#B6B996

Killarney

Benjamin Moore · CC-698

#B9B9A2

More beige colors from other brands

Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.

Poseidon's Beard

Vista Paint · C-418

#DAD6C7

Nantucket Dune

Sherwin-Williams · 7527

#D0BFAA

Stonewashed

Behr · PPU8-15

#DCD6C6

Prairie House

Behr · PPU9-12

#D2C8AE

Svelte Sage

Sherwin-Williams · 6164

#B2AC96

Intuitive

PPG · 1022-2

#CFC6BC

Kangaroo — Frequently Asked Questions

What undertone does Kangaroo have?
Kangaroo by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the beige color family.
What colors match Kangaroo from other brands?
The closest matches are Avenue Tan by Sherwin-Williams (#BCB099), Windsor Greige by Sherwin-Williams (#C4B49C), Roman Ruins by Vista Paint (#BFB49D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Kangaroo?
Kangaroo has an LRV of 45.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.

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