Macadamia 6142 is a orange paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #CCB79B, estimated LRV 49 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Warm from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #CCB79B · 6142
Macadamia
49%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
More about Macadamia
Macadamia is a soft, warm mid-tan at LRV 49 — a creamy, nutty beige with a gentle warmth that reads inviting without going yellow. It's a comfortable whole-house neutral for warm and transitional homes, a tan with enough depth to feel like a color.
Its warmth can edge slightly gold in strong warm light, so keep companions warm. It pairs with creamy whites and wood. Benjamin Moore Warm is its near-identical match, with Behr Elemental Tan close behind.
Macadamia Technical Profile
HEX Code#CCB79B
RGB204, 183, 155
Estimated LRV49.1
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
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Compare alternatives to Macadamia
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Warm
Benjamin Moore
#CCB89D
Close digital match
Bonjour Beige
PPG
#CFBA9D
Close digital match
Elemental Tan
Behr
#C8B59C
Close digital match
Biscotti Beige
Dutch Boy
#CEBA9C
Close digital match
High Noon
Dunn-Edwards
#CFB999
Close digital match
Persian Fable
Hirshfield's
#D2BB9C
Close digital match
Persian Fable
Vista Paint
#D2BB9B
Close digital match
Hazy Earth
Valspar
#CBB393
Close digital match
Ranch House
Kilz
#CCB9A2
Close digital match
Oxford Stone
Farrow & Ball
#D6C2AC
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Colors That Work With Macadamia
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Macadamia
#CCB79B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Macadamia
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Macadamia 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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Macadamia — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Macadamia have?
Macadamia by Sherwin-Williams 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 Macadamia from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Macadamia are Warm by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Bonjour Beige by PPG (a close digital match), Sierra Hills by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Macadamia'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 Macadamia?
Macadamia has a estimated lightness value of 49.1, 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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