Traditional Tan 20YY 47/145 is a beige paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C8B79E, LRV 49 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Windsor Tan from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C8B79E · 20YY 47/145
Traditional Tan
49%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Traditional Tan Technical Profile
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Traditional Tan in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Traditional Tan in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGTraditional Tan
Nearly identical
BehrWindsor Tan
Windsor Tan
Behr
Nearly identical
Windsor Greige
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Warm
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Wicker Basket
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Ranch House
Kilz
Nearly identical
Flaxen Tan
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Rustic Taupe
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Moth Wing
Vista Paint
Very similar
Oregon Coast
Valspar
Very similar
Stony Ground
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Comparing these brands? Order peel-and-stick samples of your top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Traditional Tan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Traditional Tan
#C8B79E
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 Traditional Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Traditional 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 Traditional 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.
Traditional Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Traditional Tan have?
Traditional 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 Traditional Tan in your own space before committing.
What colors match Traditional Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Traditional Tan are Windsor Tan by Behr (a near-identical match), Windsor Greige by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Elemental Tan by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Traditional 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 Traditional Tan?
Traditional Tan has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 48.6, 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.
Explore More with Traditional Tan
Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Traditional Tan's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.