Onionskin Tan 00YY 37/221 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C3A283, LRV 39 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cafe Royal from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C3A283 · 00YY 37/221
Onionskin Tan
39%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Onionskin Tan Technical Profile
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Onionskin Tan in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Onionskin Tan in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGOnionskin Tan
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreCafe Royal
Cafe Royal
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Deer Valley
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Pacific Bluffs
Behr
Nearly identical
Iced Coffee
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Friendly Tan
Valspar
Nearly identical
Tailored Tan
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Tailored Tan
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Raw Wood
Kilz
Nearly identical
Rustic Rye
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Clay .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
Templeton Pink
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Onionskin Tan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Onionskin Tan
#C3A283
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AEAE84
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Onionskin Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Onionskin 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 Onionskin Tan.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Onionskin Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Onionskin Tan have?
Onionskin Tan by PPG 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 Onionskin Tan in your own space before committing.
What colors match Onionskin Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Onionskin Tan are Cafe Royal by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Deer Valley by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Pacific Bluffs by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Onionskin 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 Onionskin Tan?
Onionskin Tan has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.1, 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 Onionskin Tan's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.