Yorkshire Tan HC-23 is a beige paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C1B18D, estimated 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.
Benjamin Moore · #C1B18D · HC-23
Yorkshire Tan
45%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Yorkshire Tan Technical Profile
HEX Code#C1B18D
RGB193, 177, 141
Estimated LRV44.7
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 Familybeige
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Yorkshire Tan
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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
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Yorkshire Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Yorkshire Tan are Palomino Tan by Behr (a close digital match), Trail Blazer by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Earthy Ochre by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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