Behr Rustic Taupe N200-4
| Code: | N200-4 |
| Name: | Rustic Taupe |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Rustic Taupe?
Elevate your space with the warm and inviting charm of Behr Rustic Taupe (N200-4). This rich and earthy hue exudes a sense of coziness and sophistication, making it the perfect choice for creating a cozy living room or a serene bedroom retreat. Pair Behr N200-4 Rustic Taupe with soft ivory accents and touches of muted sage green for a harmonious and balanced color palette. Alternatively, bring a touch of contrast by incorporating deep navy blues or subtle blush pinks to add depth and interest to your decor scheme. Embrace the timeless appeal of Rustic Taupe (N200-4) and transform your space into a sanctuary of style and comfort.
Rustic Taupe for bedroom
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Behr Rustic Taupe reviews
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What are Behr Rustic Taupe undertones?
The undertone of Rustic Taupe 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#A69C91
RGB code:
166, 156, 145
Is Behr Rustic Taupe N200-4 cool or warm?
With a hue of 31° thisGreyrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
N200-4 Rustic Taupe HSL code: 31, 11%, 61%
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 grey shades are versatile and provide a neutral canvas for your interior design. They seamlessly complement any style, whether it's Victorian, Scandinavian, or Modern.
- Warm greige shades combine the warmth of beige with the modernity of grey, offering a versatile and inviting backdrop for living rooms, dining areas, and bedrooms.
- Warm mid-tone shades like terracotta and warm beige create a cozy and inviting atmosphere in living rooms, bedrooms, and kitchens. They can brighten up spaces without being too overwhelming. However, it's best to avoid using these shades in very sunny rooms, as they can become too intense.
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 Rustic 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 Grey shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Rustic 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
N200-4
Rustic Taupe
Darker shades
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 Rustic Taupe with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 211, such as Behr Icicles and Shaved Ice.
LRV of Rustic Taupe
Rustic Taupe has an LRV of 34.22% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of 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 34.22%, 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 | #a69c91 | |
| RGB Decimal | 166, 156, 145 | |
| RGB Percent | 65.10%, 61.18%, 56.86% | |
| HSV | Hue: 31° Saturation: 12.65% Value: 65.1% | |
| HSL | hsl(31, 11, 61) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 6.02 Yellow: 12.65 Key: 34.9 | |
| YIQ | Y: 157.736 I: 9.494 Q: -1.308 | |
| XYZ | X: 32.724 Y: 33.929 Z: 31.605 | |
| CIE Lab | L:64.906 a:1.708 b:7.07 | |
| CIE Luv | L:64.906 u:6.599 v:9.646 | |
| Decimal | 10919057 | |
| Hunter Lab | 58.248, -1.652, 8.603 |
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