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Armadillo

Often used for its versatile and reflective qualities, Armadillo remains a staple for Behr designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to provide a clean, timeless feel that works across various lighting conditions. We've gathered 6 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#c8b9ab

LRV

50.22

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Light Reflectance Value
50.22
Medium
TemperatureWarm

Armadillo in Real Rooms

Armadillo has a medium-high LRV of 50.22 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy. It's neutral in temperature, making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations.

5 Bathroom Photos

Bathrooms test color in specific ways — task lighting, tile grout, and chrome or brass fixtures all compete for attention. Armadillo holds its own against all of it, and tends to photograph even better than it reads in person.

Behr Armadillo bathroom interior

Warm taupe bathroom walls in Armadillo complement natural stone fixtures.

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Behr N230-3 bathroom paint review

Bathroom vanity wall painted Armadillo adds depth and sophistication.

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Behr N230-3 bathroom color

Armadillo walls in the bathroom create a spa-like retreat.

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Behr Armadillo bathroom paint review

Rich taupe Armadillo paint transforms the bathroom into a restful space.

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Behr Armadillo bathroom color

Bathroom walls in Armadillo balance neutral warmth beautifully.

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1 Misc Photo

These photos show Armadillo in spaces that don't fit neatly into a single category: transitional spaces, accent applications, and rooms where the color becomes a fine detail rather than a broad backdrop.

Behr Armadillo wall paint

Armadillo wall color brings earthy sophistication to any space.

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Color Codes

HEX#c8b9ab
RGB200, 185, 171
HSL29° 21% 73%
CMYK0 8 15 22
CIE LabL: 76.0 a: 3.0 b: 9.0
XYZX: 48.52 Y: 49.92 Z: 45.60