Behr Tanglewood N320-3
| Code: | N320-3 |
| Name: | Tanglewood |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Tanglewood?
Step into a world of warmth and tranquility with Behr's Tanglewood (N320-3). This inviting shade effortlessly combines earthy browns and soft greys, creating a cozy ambiance perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and home offices. The versatility of Tanglewood (N320-3) makes it an ideal choice for any space seeking a touch of natural elegance. From accent walls to furniture pieces, this color code seamlessly integrates with both modern and classic interiors, adding depth and sophistication to your home. Embrace the soothing vibes of Tanglewood (N320-3) and transform your space into a haven of comfort and style.
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What are Behr Tanglewood undertones?
The undertone of Tanglewood 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#C4BDB0
RGB code:
196, 189, 176
Is Behr Tanglewood N320-3 cool or warm?
With a hue of 39° thisGreyrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
N320-3 Tanglewood HSL code: 39, 14%, 73%
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 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 Tanglewood
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 Tanglewood:
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
N320-3
Tanglewood
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 Tanglewood with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 219, such as Behr Shaved Ice and Adirondack Blue.
LRV of Tanglewood
Tanglewood has an LRV of 51.25% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half of the incident 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 51.25%, 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 | #c4bdb0 | |
| RGB Decimal | 196, 189, 176 | |
| RGB Percent | 76.86%, 74.12%, 69.02% | |
| HSV | Hue: 39° Saturation: 10.2% Value: 76.86% | |
| HSL | hsl(39, 14, 73) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 3.57 Yellow: 10.2 Key: 23.14 | |
| YIQ | Y: 189.611 I: 8.349 Q: -2.565 | |
| XYZ | X: 48.798 Y: 51.266 Z: 48.387 | |
| CIE Lab | L:76.84 a:0.193 b:7.446 | |
| CIE Luv | L:76.84 u:4.855 v:10.799 | |
| Decimal | 12893616 | |
| Hunter Lab | 71.6, -3.648, 10.052 |
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