Tamarind 7538 is a orange paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #C0A588, LRV 40 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Brookline Beige from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C0A588 · 7538
Tamarind
40%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Tamarind Technical Profile
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Tamarind in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tamarind in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsTamarind
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreBrookline Beige
Brookline Beige
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Basketry
Behr
Nearly identical
Southwood Lane
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Highland Plains Neutral
PPG
Nearly identical
3am Latte
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Bernard Beach
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Iced Coffee
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Woven Jute
Valspar
Very similar
Mochatini
Kilz
Very similar
Templeton Pink
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Clay .01
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tamarind
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tamarind
#C0A588
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tamarind
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tamarind 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 Tamarind.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tamarind — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tamarind have?
Tamarind 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 Tamarind in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tamarind from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tamarind are Brookline Beige by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Basketry by Behr (a near-identical match), Pacific Bluffs by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Tamarind'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 Tamarind?
Tamarind has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.9, 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 Tamarind's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.