Sun Tan 3002-8A is a orange paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #DCB995, LRV 52 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Friar Tuck from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DCB995 · 3002-8A
Sun Tan
52%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sun Tan Technical Profile
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Sun Tan in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sun Tan in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSun Tan
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsFriar Tuck
Friar Tuck
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Jute
Behr
Nearly identical
Nutmeg Glow
PPG
Nearly identical
Brownstone
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bagel
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Natural Leather
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Honey Glow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Vanilla Crème
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Lion Cub
Kilz
Very similar
Grain .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Templeton Pink
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Comparing these brands? Order peel-and-stick samples of your top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sun Tan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sun Tan
#DCB995
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B7B87A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sun Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sun 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Sun 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.
Sun Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sun Tan have?
Sun Tan by Valspar 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 Sun Tan in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sun Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sun Tan are Friar Tuck by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Jute by Behr (a near-identical match), Nutmeg Glow by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sun 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 Sun Tan?
Sun Tan has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 52.1, 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.
Explore More with Sun Tan
Related Reading
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 Sun Tan's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.