Nubuck CC-366 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CAB099, LRV 46 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Farmer'S Tan from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CAB099 · CC-366
Nubuck
46%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Nubuck Technical Profile
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Nubuck in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Nubuck in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreNubuck
Nearly identical
KilzFarmer'S Tan
Farmer'S Tan
Kilz
Nearly identical
Sandal
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Tawny Tan
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Pale Powder
Valspar
Nearly identical
Basswood
Behr
Nearly identical
Soft Buckskin
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Ball of Twine
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Transcend
PPG
Nearly identical
Templeton Pink
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Apple Pie
Hirshfield's
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nubuck
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nubuck
#CAB099
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 Nubuck
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nubuck 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 Nubuck.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Nubuck — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nubuck have?
Nubuck by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Nubuck in your own space before committing.
What colors match Nubuck from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nubuck are Farmer'S Tan by Kilz (a near-identical match), Sandal by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Tawny Tan by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Nubuck'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 Nubuck?
Nubuck has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 45.9, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Nubuck's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.