Softer Tan 6141 is a orange paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #DACAB2, LRV 60 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Estate Limestone from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DACAB2 · 6141
Softer Tan
60%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Softer Tan Technical Profile
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Softer Tan in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Softer 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-WilliamsSofter Tan
Nearly identical
BehrEstate Limestone
Estate Limestone
Behr
Nearly identical
Seriously Sand
PPG
Nearly identical
Thousand Islands
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cochise
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sandstone Palette
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sandstone Palette
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Joa's White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Aged Parchment
Valspar
Nearly identical
Westwood
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Irish Coffee
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Softer Tan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Softer Tan
#DACAB2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAE84
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Softer Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Softer 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 Softer 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.
Softer Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Softer Tan have?
Softer 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 Softer Tan in your own space before committing.
What colors match Softer Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Softer Tan are Estate Limestone by Behr (a near-identical match), Seriously Sand by PPG (a near-identical match), Armadillo by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Softer 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 Softer Tan?
Softer Tan has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 60.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Softer Tan's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.