Terra Tile reads as warm and grounded — strong in kitchens, family rooms, and any space where warmth is the dominant mood you're after. At LRV 43 it carries real depth without going dark — a good choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Skip it in rooms that already run warm or get strong afternoon sun, where it can tip into an overpowering glow.
Ref. #CEA78F · 410-3DB
Terra Tile
43%LRV Value
Terra Tile Technical Profile
What color is Dutch Boy Terra Tile (410-3DB)? It's a medium warm orange — hex #CEA78F, LRV 43. The closest cross-brand equivalent to Terra Tile is Benjamin Moore San Carlos Tan — a near-identical match on the wall, with Vista Paint Beauty and the Beach and Vista Paint Rundlet Peach also close. Its LRV of 43 gives Terra Tile depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. At mid saturation, this color sits at a flexible mid-point — bold enough to anchor a room without dominating, and pairs cleanly with both crisp and creamy whites. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges. At mid saturation the lighting shift is moderate but real — sample under both warm-bulb evening light and cool-daylight morning light before committing.
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Colors Similar to Terra Tile
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
San Carlos Tan
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Beauty and the Beach
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Half Moon Bay Blush
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sienna Buff
Behr
Nearly identical
Rundlet Peach
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Vienna Beige
Valspar
Nearly identical
Tan Blush
Kilz
Nearly identical
Sombrero Tan
PPG
Very similar
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Colors That Work With Terra Tile
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Terra Tile
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Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B1AB81
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Terra Tile
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Terra Tile 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 Terra Tile.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Terra Tile — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Terra Tile from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Terra Tile are San Carlos Tan by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Beauty and the Beach by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Rundlet Peach by Vista Paint (a near-identical match). These are ranked with the CIEDE2000 color-difference formula, which scores how similar two colors actually look to the eye rather than matching them by name — so they're the best options for getting Terra Tile's look in a brand your local store carries. Always confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Terra Tile?
Terra Tile has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.7, 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. LRV is the most reliable guide to how light or dark a paint will read in a real room — more dependable than the swatch on your screen, which varies by monitor.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Terra Tile depends on the room. Here's how to choose.