Ref. #C5B28B · 1103-4
Earthy Cane
46%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Earthy Cane Technical Profile
What color is Earthy Cane? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #C5B28B. Colors similar to Earthy Cane include Hirshfield's Green Gold, Vista Paint Green Gold, Benjamin Moore Yorkshire Tan. Earthy Cane has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 46 gives Earthy Cane 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. 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.
Colors Similar to Earthy Cane
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Green Gold
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Green Gold
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Yorkshire Tan
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Palomino Tan
Behr
Nearly identical
Harmonic Tan
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Tweed Jacket
Valspar
Nearly identical
Desert Floor
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Saturn Gold Met.
MPC
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Earthy Cane
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Earthy Cane
#C5B28B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Earthy Cane
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Earthy Cane 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 Earthy Cane.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Earthy Cane — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Earthy Cane have?
Earthy Cane by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Earthy Cane from other brands?
The closest matches are Green Gold by Hirshfield's (#C5B088), Green Gold by Vista Paint (#C2B086), Yorkshire Tan by Benjamin Moore (#C1B18D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Earthy Cane?
Earthy Cane has an LRV of 45.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Earthy Cane's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.