Warm Tan 2162-30 is a brown paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #9A7346, LRV 20 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sahara Splendor from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9A7346 · 2162-30
Warm Tan
20%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Warm Tan Technical Profile
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Warm Tan in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Warm Tan in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreWarm Tan
Nearly identical
PPGSahara Splendor
Sahara Splendor
PPG
Nearly identical
Smokey Topaz
Behr
Nearly identical
Tavern Creek
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Renwick Golden Oak
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
English Bartlett
Hirshfield's
Very similar
English Bartlett
Vista Paint
Very similar
Teak
Valspar
Very similar
Warm Praline
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Flea Market
Kilz
Very similar
Brown Beige
RAL
Visible difference
Clay .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Marmelo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Warm Tan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Warm Tan
#9A7346
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2A46F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Warm Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Warm 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 Warm 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.
Warm Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Warm Tan have?
Warm Tan by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Warm Tan in your own space before committing.
What colors match Warm Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Warm Tan are Sahara Splendor by PPG (a near-identical match), Chewy Caramel by PPG (a near-identical match), Sugar Maple by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Warm Tan'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 Warm Tan?
Warm Tan has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Warm Tan's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.