Behr Authentic Tan N290-2

Color code:N290-2
Color name:Authentic Tan
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Authentic Tan?

Step into a world of warmth and comfort with Behr Authentic Tan(N290-2). This inviting hue evokes a sense of coziness and sophistication, making it a perfect choice for living rooms, bedrooms, or home offices. Authentic Tan complements a wide range of styles, from modern to traditional, adding a touch of timeless elegance to any space. Whether used as an accent wall or as an all-over color, this versatile shade creates a welcoming and harmonious atmosphere that will make you feel right at home. Embrace the natural beauty of Behr N290-2 Authentic Tan and transform your interior into a sanctuary of style and serenity.

What are Behr Authentic Tan undertones?

Red is Behr Authentic Tan undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate

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HEX value

HEX value:

#EADDC6

RGB code:

234, 221, 198

Is Behr Authentic Tan N290-2 cool or warm?

warm colors
Color wheel
cool colors

With a hue of 38° this Beige refers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

N290-2 Authentic Tan HSL code: 38, 46%, 85%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is a percentage value. 0% is a shade of grey, and 100% is the full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

  • Warm Beige will make even large rooms feel cozy and intimate
  • Warm Beige undertones tend to make you feel happy, energized and playful
  • Warm paint colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
  • Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting

Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Authentic Tan:

Monochromatic color scheme

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. It's the perfect hue combination, but with no accent decor it's pretty boring.

Lighter shades

Darker shades

Complementary color scheme

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.

Color comparison

Authentic Tan N290-2 vs Raffia Cream 710C-2

Behr Authentic Tan N290-2 vs Behr Raffia Cream 710C-2Open Authentic Tan N290-2
LRV: 73.12%
Off-White color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 74.54%
Off-White color
Temperature: warm

Authentic Tan N290-2 vs Creme Fraiche S240-1

Behr Authentic Tan N290-2 vs Behr Creme Fraiche S240-1Open Authentic Tan N290-2
LRV: 73.12%
Off-White color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 72.5%
Off-White color
Temperature: warm