Behr Woodcraft N200-5
| Code: | N200-5 |
| Name: | Woodcraft |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Woodcraft?
Elevate your space with Behr Woodcraft (N200-5), a warm and inviting hue that exudes comfort and sophistication. This rich, earthy tone creates a welcoming atmosphere perfect for cozy living rooms or elegant dining areas. Pair Woodcraft with accents in dusty rose, sage green, or mustard yellow for a harmonious and contemporary look. Adding touches of deep navy or charcoal gray can further enhance the depth and visual interest of your space, creating a stunning backdrop for modern or traditional decor. Explore the versatility of Woodcraft (N200-5) and transform your home into a stylish sanctuary.
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What are Behr Woodcraft undertones?
The undertone of Woodcraft 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#8F847A
RGB code:
143, 132, 122
Is Behr Woodcraft N200-5 cool or warm?
With a hue of 29° thisblackrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
N200-5 Woodcraft HSL code: 29, 9%, 52%
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.
- 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 Woodcraft
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 black shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Woodcraft:
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
N200-5
Woodcraft
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 Woodcraft with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 209, such as Behr Nor'Wester and Absolute Zero.
LRV of Woodcraft
Woodcraft has an LRV of 24.08% 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 24.08%, 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 | #8f847a | |
| RGB Decimal | 143, 132, 122 | |
| RGB Percent | 56.08%, 51.76%, 47.84% | |
| HSV | Hue: 29° Saturation: 14.69% Value: 56.08% | |
| HSL | hsl(29, 9, 52) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 7.69 Yellow: 14.69 Key: 43.92 | |
| YIQ | Y: 134.149 I: 9.768 Q: -0.785 | |
| XYZ | X: 23.091 Y: 23.748 Z: 21.774 | |
| CIE Lab | L:55.834 a:2.359 b:6.895 | |
| CIE Luv | L:55.834 u:7.182 v:8.967 | |
| Decimal | 9405562 | |
| Hunter Lab | 48.732, -0.699, 7.62 |
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