Harmonic Tan 6136 is a orange paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #C6B08A, LRV 45 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Prairie Sand from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C6B08A · 6136
Harmonic Tan
45%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Harmonic Tan Technical Profile
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Harmonic Tan in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Harmonic 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-WilliamsHarmonic Tan
Nearly identical
Vista PaintPrairie Sand
Prairie Sand
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Prairie Sand
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Desert Camel
PPG
Nearly identical
Spring Wheat
Behr
Nearly identical
Warm and Toasty
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Shelburne Buff
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Maize
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Tweed Jacket
Valspar
Very similar
Stone .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pale Ale
Kilz
Very similar
Cord
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Beige
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Harmonic Tan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Harmonic Tan
#C6B08A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8AE84
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Harmonic Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Harmonic 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
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Harmonic Tan.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Harmonic Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Harmonic Tan have?
Harmonic Tan by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Harmonic Tan in your own space before committing.
What colors match Harmonic Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Harmonic Tan are Prairie Sand by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Only Yesterday by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Prairie Sand by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Harmonic 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 Harmonic Tan?
Harmonic Tan has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 44.9, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Harmonic Tan's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.