Tannic Tea R132 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #5A4A43 and estimated LRV 8. Its closest cross-brand match is Chateau Brown from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #5A4A43 · R132
Tannic Tea
8%Estimated LRV
Tannic Tea Technical Profile
HEX Code#5A4A43
RGB90, 74, 67
Estimated LRV7.5
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandVista Paint
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy → Matching a different color? Start a new paint color match.
Chateau Brown
Sherwin-Williams
#5B4B44
Nearly identical
Iced EspressoRetired
Behr
#5A4A42
Nearly identical
Bear in Mind
Dunn-Edwards
#5B4A44
Nearly identical
Sarsaparilla
PPG
#5B4C44
Nearly identical
Brown Sugar
Benjamin Moore
#574A43
Nearly identical
Heritage Brown
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#604E44
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#574540
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#53453C
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#594B49
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MahoganyRetired
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#534644
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#61534B
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Colors That Work With Tannic Tea
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Main Walls
Tannic Tea
#5A4A43
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7D7553
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tannic Tea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tannic Tea 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
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Tannic Tea — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Tannic Tea from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tannic Tea are Chateau Brown by Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical in our digital data), Iced Espresso by Behr (nearly identical in our digital data), Bear in Mind by Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical in our digital data) — the best options for getting Tannic Tea'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 Tannic Tea?
Tannic Tea has a estimated lightness value of 7.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Tannic Tea depends on the room. Here's how to choose.