Favorite Tan 6157 is a beige paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #C1AE91, LRV 44 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Woolen Sweater from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C1AE91 · 6157
Favorite Tan
44%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Favorite Tan Technical Profile
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Favorite Tan in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Favorite Tan in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsFavorite Tan
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyWoolen Sweater
Woolen Sweater
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Wetland Clay
Valspar
Nearly identical
Egyptian Sand
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Rock Cliffs
PPG
Nearly identical
Lenox Tan
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Woven Straw
Behr
Nearly identical
Olive Gold
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
3am Latte
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Metal .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Yorkshire Tan
Kilz
Very similar
Light Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Favorite Tan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Favorite Tan
#C1AE91
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Favorite Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Favorite 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
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Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Favorite Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Favorite Tan have?
Favorite Tan by Sherwin-Williams 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 Favorite Tan in your own space before committing.
What colors match Favorite Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Favorite Tan are Woolen Sweater by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Wetland Clay by Valspar (a near-identical match), Egyptian Sand by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Favorite 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 Favorite Tan?
Favorite Tan has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 43.7, 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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Why Favorite Tan's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.