Tampico Brown 16-23 is a brown paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #835842, estimated LRV 12 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hope Chest from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #835842 · 16-23
Tampico Brown
12%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Tampico Brown Technical Profile
HEX Code#835842
RGB131, 88, 66
Estimated LRV12.2
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familybrown
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Tampico Brown
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tampico Brown
#835842
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#958D63
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tampico Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tampico Brown 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
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Tampico Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tampico Brown have?
Tampico Brown by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Tampico Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tampico Brown are Hope Chest by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Sable Brown by Behr (a close digital match), Cinnamon Spice by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Tampico Brown'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 Tampico Brown?
Tampico Brown has a estimated lightness value of 12.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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