Camel Tan 20YY 41/165 is a beige paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #BFAB90, LRV 42 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is 3am Latte from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BFAB90 · 20YY 41/165
Camel Tan
42%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Camel Tan Technical Profile
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Camel Tan in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Camel Tan in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGCamel Tan
Nearly identical
Vista Paint3am Latte
3am Latte
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Natural Chamois
Behr
Nearly identical
Perfect Beige
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Egyptian Sand
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Wetland Clay
Valspar
Nearly identical
Favorite Tan
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
3am Latte
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Hillsborough Beige
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Mochatini
Kilz
Very similar
Light Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Metal .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Camel Tan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Camel Tan
#BFAB90
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Camel Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Camel 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Camel 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.
Camel Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Camel Tan have?
Camel Tan by PPG 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 Camel Tan in your own space before committing.
What colors match Camel Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Camel Tan are 3am Latte by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Natural Chamois by Behr (a near-identical match), Perfect Beige by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Camel 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 Camel Tan?
Camel Tan has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.2, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Camel Tan's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.