Timothy Tan 8538 is a orange paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #E3CBAC, LRV 62 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Yellow Squash from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E3CBAC · 8538
Timothy Tan
62%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Timothy Tan Technical Profile
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Timothy Tan in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Timothy 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 PaintTimothy Tan
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreYellow Squash
Yellow Squash
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Ancient Scroll
Behr
Nearly identical
Eggnog Latte
Kilz
Nearly identical
Marshmallow Mist
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Interactive Cream
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Melodious Ivory
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Gourmet Honey
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Wheat Toast
Valspar
Nearly identical
Classic Ivory
PPG
Nearly identical
Grain .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
String
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Timothy Tan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Timothy Tan
#E3CBAC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B3B77B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Timothy Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Timothy 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 Timothy 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.
Timothy Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Timothy Tan have?
Timothy 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 Timothy Tan in your own space before committing.
What colors match Timothy Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Timothy Tan are Yellow Squash by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Ancient Scroll by Behr (a near-identical match), Eggnog Latte by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Timothy 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 Timothy Tan?
Timothy Tan has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 62.0, 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.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Timothy Tan's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.