Behr Baronial Brown N170-7
| Code: | N170-7 |
| Name: | Baronial Brown |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Baronial Brown?
Behr's Baronial Brown (N170-7) exudes sophistication and warmth, making it the perfect choice for creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere in any space. This rich deep brown pairs beautifully with soft creams, warm beiges, and earthy greens to create a harmonious color palette. Pair Baronial Brown with accents in Behr's Dolphin Fin (780C-2) for a modern and refined look, or with touches of Behr's Aged Beige (PPU7-09) for a timeless and elegant feel. Whether used on walls, furniture, or decor accents, Baronial Brown adds depth and character to any room, making it a versatile and stylish choice for your interior design projects.
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What are Behr Baronial Brown undertones?
The undertone of Baronial Brown can be accurately described as a Red hue, as is apparent from the color space provided. By isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades, we were able to precisely determine its undertone. This approach has proven to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
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HEX value
HEX value:
#5A4840
RGB code:
90, 72, 64
Is Behr Baronial Brown N170-7 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 18° thisbrownrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
N170-7 Baronial Brown HSL code: 18, 17%, 30%
Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color..
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.
- Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
- Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
- Warm beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
- Using dark warm shades like rich reds and browns creates a cozy and intimate atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, libraries, and living rooms. These colors add depth and warmth. However, be careful when using them in small spaces or rooms with low ceilings, as they can make the space feel even smaller.
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.
How light temperature affects Baronial Brown
Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.
In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:
| Direction of sunlight | Visible temp. | Hue | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| North | Cool | Bluish | All day |
| East | Warm | Yellow | Before noon |
| West | Warm | Orange‑red | After noon |
| South | Warm | Orange‑yellow | All day |
Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this brown shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Baronial Brown:
Monochromatic color scheme
This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.
Lighter shades
N170-7
Baronial Brown
Darker shades
N170-7
Baronial Brown
Complementary color scheme
This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color Baronial Brown with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 198, such as Behr Oceanic Climate and Nor'Wester.
LRV of Baronial Brown
Baronial Brown has an LRV of 7.65% and refers to Dark colors which means that this color almost does not reflect light. Why LRV is important?
Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).
Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 7.65%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft2 living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #5a4840 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 90, 72, 64 | |
| RGB Percent | 35.29%, 28.24%, 25.10% | |
| HSV | Hue: 18° Saturation: 28.89% Value: 35.29% | |
| HSL | hsl(18, 17, 30) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 20.0 Yellow: 28.89 Key: 64.71 | |
| YIQ | Y: 76.47 I: 13.297 Q: 1.318 | |
| XYZ | X: 7.459 Y: 7.179 Z: 5.842 | |
| CIE Lab | L:32.211 a:6.265 b:7.689 | |
| CIE Luv | L:32.211 u:11.331 v:7.817 | |
| Decimal | 5916736 | |
| Hunter Lab | 26.793, 2.806, 5.828 | |
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