New Potato 216-3DB is a orange paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #CAB18F, LRV 46 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tropical Tan from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CAB18F · 216-3DB
New Potato
46%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
New Potato Technical Profile
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New Potato in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to New Potato in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyNew Potato
Nearly identical
BehrTropical Tan
Tropical Tan
Behr
Nearly identical
Satin Gold
PPG
Nearly identical
Hazy Earth
Valspar
Nearly identical
Safari
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Only Yesterday
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Fairway Oaks
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Only Yesterday
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Adobe
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Peanut Shell
Kilz
Very similar
Metal .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Cord
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With New Potato
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
New Potato
#CAB18F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAF83
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for New Potato
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
New Potato 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 New Potato.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
New Potato — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does New Potato have?
New Potato by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample New Potato in your own space before committing.
What colors match New Potato from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to New Potato are Tropical Tan by Behr (a near-identical match), Satin Gold by PPG (a near-identical match), Raffia Ribbon by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting New Potato'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 New Potato?
New Potato has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 46.0, 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 New Potato's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.