Mesa Tan 7695 is a orange paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #BD9C77, LRV 36 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tan Plan from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BD9C77 · 7695
Mesa Tan
36%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Mesa Tan Technical Profile
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Mesa Tan in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mesa 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-WilliamsMesa Tan
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsTan Plan
Tan Plan
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Amber Leaf
Behr
Nearly identical
Saddle Tan
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Warm Nutmeg
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cocoa Nib
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cocoa Nib
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Mitered Edge
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Cardboard Box
Kilz
Nearly identical
Maison De Campagne
PPG
Very similar
Clay .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
Duster
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mesa Tan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mesa Tan
#BD9C77
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAE84
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mesa Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mesa 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 Mesa 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.
Mesa Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mesa Tan have?
Mesa 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 Mesa Tan in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mesa Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mesa Tan are Tan Plan by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Amber Leaf by Behr (a near-identical match), Saddle Tan by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mesa 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 Mesa Tan?
Mesa Tan has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.9, 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
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mesa Tan's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.