Worsted Tan 00YY 40/159 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C2A891, estimated LRV 42 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is 10 Gallon Hat from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #C2A891 · 00YY 40/159
Worsted Tan
42%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Worsted Tan Technical Profile
HEX Code#C2A891
RGB194, 168, 145
Estimated LRV41.5
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familyorange
BrandPPG
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Compare alternatives to Worsted Tan
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
10 Gallon Hat
Dutch Boy
#C0A891
Close digital match
French Pastry
Behr
#C0A691
Close digital match
Boulder Beige
Valspar
#C1A995
Close digital match
Beige Intenso
Sherwin-Williams
#C5A88D
Close digital match
Swiss Cream
Vista Paint
#BEA893
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Sandal
Dunn-Edwards
#C8AE96
Close digital match
Farmer'S Tan
Kilz
#C8AE98
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Venetian Portico
Benjamin Moore
#C5AA97
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#CAAB94
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#CDB19D
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Colors That Work With Worsted Tan
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Worsted Tan
#C2A891
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAC85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Worsted Tan
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Worsted 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
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Worsted Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Worsted Tan have?
Worsted Tan by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange 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 Worsted Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Worsted Tan are 10 Gallon Hat by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), French Pastry by Behr (a close digital match), Boulder Beige by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Worsted 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 Worsted Tan?
Worsted Tan has a estimated lightness value of 41.5, 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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