Light Chestnut 417-2DB is a orange paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #C8B295, estimated LRV 46 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Beige Tellin from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #C8B295 · 417-2DB
Light Chestnut
46%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Light Chestnut Technical Profile
HEX Code#C8B295
RGB200, 178, 149
Estimated LRV46.3
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
BrandDutch Boy
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Colors That Work With Light Chestnut
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Light Chestnut
#C8B295
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Light Chestnut
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Light Chestnut 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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Light Chestnut — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Light Chestnut have?
Light Chestnut by Dutch Boy 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 Light Chestnut from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Light Chestnut are Beige Tellin by PPG (a close digital match), Fairway Oaks by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Bluffs by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Light Chestnut'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 Light Chestnut?
Light Chestnut has a estimated lightness value of 46.3, 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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