Nubuck CC-366 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CAB099, estimated 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.
Benjamin Moore · #CAB099 · CC-366
Nubuck
46%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Nubuck Technical Profile
HEX Code#CAB099
RGB202, 176, 153
Estimated LRV45.9
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 Nubuck
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Farmer'S Tan
Kilz
#C8AE98
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Sandal
Dunn-Edwards
#C8AE96
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Tawny Tan
Sherwin-Williams
#CCB299
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Pale Powder
Valspar
#CCAF98
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Basswood
Behr
#C7AE95
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Soft Buckskin
Vista Paint
#CEB097
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Ball of Twine
Dutch Boy
#CAB3A0
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Transcend
PPG
#C3AC98
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Templeton Pink
Farrow & Ball
#CDB19D
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Apple Pie
Hirshfield's
#CAAB94
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Colors That Work With Nubuck
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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
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nubuck
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nubuck Room Palettes
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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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Nubuck — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nubuck have?
Nubuck 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 Nubuck from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nubuck are Farmer'S Tan by Kilz (a close digital match), Sandal by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Tawny Tan by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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