# Behr Ancient Root

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/behr-ancient-root](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-ancient-root)

Elevate your space with Behr Ancient Root (PPU4-20), a rich and earthy hue that exudes sophistication and warmth. This versatile color pairs beautifully with soft neutrals like "Alabaster" and "Castle Stone" for a subtle and elegant look. For a bold contrast, consider combining Ancient Root with shades like "Midnight Show" and "Dragonfly" to create a striking and modern atmosphere. Whether used as an accent wall or throughout the room, this exquisite color will bring a timeless charm to any interior design scheme.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** Behr
- **Color name:** Ancient Root
- **Color code:** PPU4-20
- **HEX:** #70553d
- **RGB:** 112, 85, 61
- **LRV:** 10.50%
- **Brightness:** Dark
- **Color families:** Beige
- **Temperature:** warm
- **Undertones:** red

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 28° Saturation: 45.54% Value: 43.92%
- **HSL:** hsl(28, 29, 34)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 24.11 Yellow: 45.54 Key: 56.08
- **YIQ:** Y: 90.337 I: 23.802 Q: -1.757
- **XYZ:** X: 10.773 Y: 10.279 Z: 5.83
- **CIE Lab:** L:38.339 a:7.756 b:18.305
- **CIE Luv:** L:38.339 u:19.112 v:19.297
- **Decimal:** 7361853
- **Hunter Lab:** 32.061, 3.872, 11.661

## Equivalent and related colors
- [Sherwin Williams Umber](https://plan-home.com/color/umber-sw-6146)
- [Valspar Leather & Lace](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-leather-lace)
- [Behr Clockworks](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-clockworks)
- [Sherwin Williams Coconut Husk](https://plan-home.com/color/coconut-husk-sw-6111)
- [Benjamin Moore Kona](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-kona-af-165)
- [Benjamin Moore Brown Tar](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-brown-tar-2110-20)
- [Sherwin Williams Saddle Up](https://plan-home.com/color/saddle-up-sw-9099)
- [Sherwin Williams Cowboy Boots](https://plan-home.com/color/cowboy-boots-sw-9115)
- [Benjamin Moore Charleston Brown](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-charleston-brown-hc-186)
- [Behr Mission Brown](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-mission-brown)
- [Sherwin Williams Grounded](https://plan-home.com/color/grounded-sw-6089)
- [Valspar Sumatra Blend](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-sumatra-blend)
- [Sherwin Williams Kaffee](https://plan-home.com/color/kaffee-sw-6104)
- [Sherwin Williams Rookwood Medium Brown](https://plan-home.com/color/rookwood-medium-brown-sw-2807)
- [Sherwin Williams Burnished Brandy](https://plan-home.com/color/burnished-brandy-sw-7523)
- [Behr Rustic Tobacco](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-rustic-tobacco)
- [Sherwin Williams Über Umber](https://plan-home.com/color/uber-umber-sw-9107)
- [Valspar Muddy Mississippi](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-muddy-mississippi)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [Behr Antiquities](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-antiquities)
- [Behr Distant Land](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-distant-land)
- [Behr Library Oak](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-library-oak)
- [Behr Clay Pot](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-clay-pot)
- [Behr Baked Sienna](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-baked-sienna)

## 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.