What is the HEX code for Behr Chic Taupe?

The hexadecimal color code for Behr Chic Taupe undertone is #aa9788 .

What is the RGB code of Behr Chic Taupe?

RGB code is 170, 151, 136 . RGB (red, green and blue) additive color model is a system representing the colors used on a digital display screen (TV, PC, laptop, phone or tablet). It defines the intensity of the color with a value between 0 and 255.

Behr Chic Taupe N230-4

Q: Is Behr Chic Taupe N230-4 cool or warm?

Behr N230-4 Chic Taupe is warm color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Behr Chic Taupe undertones?

Red is Behr Chic Taupe undertone color.

Code:	N230-4
Name:	Chic Taupe
Brand:	Behr

What color is Behr Chic Taupe?

Introducing Behr Chic Taupe (N230-4), a timeless and sophisticated neutral that effortlessly enhances any space with its warm and inviting undertones. This versatile shade pairs harmoniously with crisp whites, soft greys, and rich navy blues, creating a classic color palette that exudes elegance and style. Whether used as a primary wall color or as an accent hue through furnishings and decor, Chic Taupe adds a touch of modern refinement to any room. Elevate your interior design with this chic and enduring color choice that complements a wide range of decor styles from traditional to modern. Experiment with different textures and finishes to fully showcase the beauty and versatility of Chic Taupe by Behr.

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What are Behr Chic Taupe undertones?

Chic Taupe has a clear red undertone based on its position in the color space. We identify undertones by isolating the pure hue (separating it from lightness and saturation), which avoids distortions caused by tints, tones, and shades.
This method is generally more reliable than judging undertones on a white background.

HEX value:

#AA9788

RGB code:

170, 151, 136

Is Behr Chic Taupe N230-4 cool or warm?

warm

cool

With a hue of 26°, this Beige reads warm on the HSL color wheel.

N230-4 Chic Taupe HSL code: 26, 17%, 60%

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.

How light temperature affects Chic Taupe

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 Beige shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Chic Taupe:

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

N230-4
Chic Taupe

Darker shades

N230-4
Chic Taupe

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 Chic Taupe with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 206, such as Behr Nor'Wester and Absolute Zero.

N230-4
Chic Taupe

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LRV of Chic Taupe

Chic Taupe has an LRV of 32.93% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of light. Why LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

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 32.93%, 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	#aa9788
RGB Decimal	170, 151, 136
RGB Percent	66.67%, 59.22%, 53.33%
HSV	Hue: 26° Saturation: 20.0% Value: 66.67%
HSL	hsl(26, 17, 60)
CMYK	Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 11.18 Yellow: 20.0 Key: 33.33
YIQ	Y: 154.971 I: 16.142 Q: -0.649
XYZ	X: 32.088 Y: 32.458 Z: 27.861
CIE Lab	L:63.719 a:4.535 b:10.476
CIE Luv	L:63.719 u:12.573 v:13.652
Decimal	11179912
Hunter Lab	56.972, 0.835, 10.886