Yorkshire Tan HC-23 is a beige paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C1B18D, LRV 45 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Palomino Tan from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C1B18D · HC-23
Yorkshire Tan
45%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Yorkshire Tan Technical Profile
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Yorkshire Tan in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Yorkshire 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 MooreYorkshire Tan
Nearly identical
BehrPalomino Tan
Palomino Tan
Behr
Nearly identical
Trail Blazer
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Earthy Ochre
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Dry Earth
Valspar
Nearly identical
Earthy Cane
PPG
Nearly identical
Refined
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Refined
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Metal .02
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Olivaster Tan
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cumin Seed
Kilz
Very similar
Cord
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Beige
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Yorkshire Tan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Yorkshire Tan
#C1B18D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Yorkshire Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Yorkshire 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 Yorkshire Tan.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Yorkshire Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Yorkshire Tan have?
Yorkshire Tan by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Yorkshire Tan in your own space before committing.
What colors match Yorkshire Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Yorkshire Tan are Palomino Tan by Behr (a near-identical match), Trail Blazer by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Earthy Ochre by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Yorkshire 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 Yorkshire Tan?
Yorkshire Tan has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 44.7, 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
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Yorkshire Tan's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.