Ref. #C5AA85 · 6122
Camelback
42%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Camelback Technical Profile
What color is Camelback? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #C5AA85. Colors similar to Camelback include MPC Tantara, Benjamin Moore Brunswick Beige, PPG Wright Dark Eggshell. Camelback has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 42 gives Camelback 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 Camelback
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Tantara
MPC
Nearly identical
Brunswick Beige
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Wright Dark Eggshell
PPG
Nearly identical
Coastal Sand
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Harvest Home
Behr
Nearly identical
Graham Cracker
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Only Yesterday
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Fiddlesticks
Valspar
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Camelback
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Camelback
#C5AA85
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABAF83
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Camelback
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Camelback 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Camelback.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Camelback — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Camelback have?
Camelback by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Camelback from other brands?
The closest matches are Tantara by MPC (#C6AC87), Brunswick Beige by Benjamin Moore (#C3A781), Wright Dark Eggshell by PPG (#C8AC89). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Camelback?
Camelback has an LRV of 42.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Camelback's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.