Flaxen Tan 416-2DB is a beige paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #C7B79A, LRV 48 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wicker Basket from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C7B79A · 416-2DB
Flaxen Tan
48%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Flaxen Tan Technical Profile
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Flaxen Tan in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Flaxen Tan in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyFlaxen Tan
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sWicker Basket
Wicker Basket
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Palisade
Behr
Nearly identical
Crewel Tan
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Wicker Basket
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Jefferson House Tan
PPG
Nearly identical
Bennington Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Bungalow Taupe
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Prairie Dance
Valspar
Very similar
Metal .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Ranch House
Kilz
Very similar
Cord
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Flaxen Tan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Flaxen Tan
#C7B79A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Flaxen Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Flaxen 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Flaxen 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.
Flaxen Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Flaxen Tan have?
Flaxen Tan by Dutch Boy 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 Flaxen Tan in your own space before committing.
What colors match Flaxen Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Flaxen Tan are Wicker Basket by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Palisade by Behr (a near-identical match), Crewel Tan by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Flaxen 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 Flaxen Tan?
Flaxen Tan has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 48.3, 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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Related Reading
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 Flaxen Tan's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.