# Behr Aging Barrel

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/behr-aging-barrel](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-aging-barrel)

Behr Aging Barrel PPU5-02 is a muted mid-to-deep brown with a noticeable gray cast and soft, earthy warmth. Its #6a5b4e base reads as a weathered taupe-brown rather than a sharp chocolate, helping it feel grounded without becoming overly dark. In bright daylight, the gray-brown character is more apparent, while lower or warmer lighting can bring forward its subtle brown warmth. Aging Barrel suits a dining room, den, entry, or exterior trim where a substantial neutral is needed. Pair it with creamy off-whites, charcoal accents, black metal, aged brass, and natural woods with medium or dark finishes.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** Behr
- **Color name:** Aging Barrel
- **Color code:** PPU5-02
- **HEX:** #6a5b4e
- **RGB:** 106, 91, 78
- **LRV:** 11.37%
- **Brightness:** Dark
- **Color families:** Beige
- **Temperature:** warm
- **Undertones:** red

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 28° Saturation: 26.42% Value: 41.57%
- **HSL:** hsl(28, 15, 36)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 14.15 Yellow: 26.42 Key: 58.43
- **YIQ:** Y: 94.003 I: 13.116 Q: -0.873
- **XYZ:** X: 11.06 Y: 11.097 Z: 8.765
- **CIE Lab:** L:39.743 a:3.833 b:9.752
- **CIE Luv:** L:39.743 u:9.935 v:11.207
- **Decimal:** 6970190
- **Hunter Lab:** 33.312, 0.969, 7.718

## Equivalent and related colors
- [Benjamin Moore Brown Horse](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-brown-horse-2108-30)
- [Benjamin Moore Middlebury Brown](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-middlebury-brown-hc-68)
- [Behr Swiss Brown](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-swiss-brown)
- [Sherwin Williams Homestead Brown](https://plan-home.com/color/homestead-brown-sw-7515)
- [Benjamin Moore Mustang](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-mustang-2111-30)
- [Behr Cavalry Brown](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-cavalry-brown)
- [Behr Chocolate Swirl](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-chocolate-swirl)
- [Behr Underground](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-underground)
- [Benjamin Moore Clinton Brown](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-clinton-brown-hc-67)
- [Benjamin Moore North Creek Brown](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-north-creek-brown-1001)
- [Valspar US Stampede](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-stampede)
- [Benjamin Moore Northwood Brown](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-northwood-brown-1000)
- [Behr Museum](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-museum)
- [Behr Rustic Tobacco](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-rustic-tobacco)
- [Valspar US Chocolate Diamonds](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-chocolate-diamonds)
- [Sherwin Williams Tea Leaf](https://plan-home.com/color/tea-leaf-sw-9604)
- [Behr Clove Brown](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-clove-brown)
- [Benjamin Moore Hope Chest](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-hope-chest-csp-1050)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [Behr Woodcraft](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-woodcraft)
- [Behr Art District](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-art-district)
- [Behr Underground](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-underground)
- [Behr Ottertail](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-ottertail)
- [Behr Mocha Accent](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-mocha-accent)

## Darker monochromatic colors
- [Behr Cavalry Brown](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-cavalry-brown)
- [Behr Rare Wood](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-rare-wood)
- [Behr Chocolate Swirl](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-chocolate-swirl)
- [Behr Havana Coffee](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-havana-coffee)
- [Behr Espresso Beans](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-espresso-beans)

## Complementary colors
- [Behr Nor'Wester](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-norwester)
- [Behr Absolute Zero](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-absolute-zero)
- [Behr Icicles](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-icicles)
- [Behr Shaved Ice](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-shaved-ice)
- [Behr Adirondack Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-adirondack-blue)
- [Behr Nypd](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-nypd)
- [Behr Hypnotic](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-hypnotic)

## Important note

Digital color values and matches are approximate. Screens, lighting, paint finish, surface texture, and application method can change how a color appears. Test a physical paint sample before making a final decision.