Fossil Tan 0169 is a orange paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #CFAE8E, LRV 46 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fossil Tan from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CFAE8E · 0169
Fossil Tan
46%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Fossil Tan Technical Profile
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Fossil Tan in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Fossil Tan in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintFossil Tan
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sFossil Tan
Fossil Tan
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Peanut Shell
Kilz
Nearly identical
Cinnamon Frost
PPG
Nearly identical
Butterscotch Amber
Behr
Nearly identical
Ligonier Tan
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Dover Plains
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Raleigh Tan
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Fiddlesticks
Valspar
Nearly identical
Spaghetti Squash
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Templeton Pink
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Clay .01
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fossil Tan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fossil Tan
#CFAE8E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2B180
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fossil Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fossil 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Fossil 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.
Fossil Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fossil Tan have?
Fossil Tan by Vista Paint 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 Fossil Tan in your own space before committing.
What colors match Fossil Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fossil Tan are Fossil Tan by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Peanut Shell by Kilz (a near-identical match), Cinnamon Frost by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Fossil 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 Fossil Tan?
Fossil Tan has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 45.5, 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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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 Fossil Tan's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.