Rose Tan 69 is a orange paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #CD9C85, estimated LRV 38 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mamey Shake from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #CD9C85 · 69
Rose Tan
38%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Rose Tan Technical Profile
HEX Code#CD9C85
RGB205, 156, 133
Estimated LRV38.4
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyorange
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rose Tan
#CD9C85
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
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Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Rose Tan
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rose Tan Room Palettes
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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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Rose Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rose Tan have?
Rose Tan by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) 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 Rose Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rose Tan are Mamey Shake by Kilz (a close digital match), Native Copper by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Chinook Salmon by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Rose 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 Rose Tan?
Rose Tan has a estimated lightness value of 38.4, 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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