Cowhide 0155 is a orange paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #CDA88A, LRV 43 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dearborn Tan from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CDA88A · 0155
Cowhide
43%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Cowhide Technical Profile
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Cowhide in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cowhide in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintCowhide
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreDearborn Tan
Dearborn Tan
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cowhide
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Cliff Brown
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cosy Chair
Valspar
Nearly identical
Butterscotch Amber
Behr
Nearly identical
Pottery Beige
Kilz
Nearly identical
Deer Valley
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Rustic Rye
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Covered Wagon
PPG
Nearly identical
Templeton Pink
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Clay .01
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cowhide
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cowhide
#CDA88A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2AF80
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cowhide
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cowhide 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Cowhide.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cowhide — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cowhide have?
Cowhide by Vista Paint has a warm (golden) 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 Cowhide in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cowhide from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cowhide are Dearborn Tan by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Cowhide by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Cliff Brown by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cowhide'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 Cowhide?
Cowhide has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.8, 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 Cowhide's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.