Behr • N210-5

Caffeine

Name: Behr Caffeine N210-5
Brand: Behr

We've categorized Caffeine as a versatile paint color because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can add character and warmth to any space so effectively. Explore our collection of 5 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.

Hex

#8a796a

LRV

20.46

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Light Reflectance Value

20.46

Dark

TemperatureWarm

Caffeine in Real Rooms

Caffeine has a medium LRV of 20.46 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades. It's neutral in temperature, making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations.

3 Living Room Photos

For open-concept living rooms, Caffeine is a powerful tool for definition. It has enough presence to signal where the living area begins without creating a harsh visual break from the rest of the house. It defines the "zone" of relaxation through color psychology and sophisticated depth.

Deep Caffeine walls anchor the living room with sophisticated drama.

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Living room walls painted in moody Caffeine create intimate ambiance.

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Rich Caffeine hue transforms the living room into a cozy retreat.

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1 Misc Photo

More spaces painted in Caffeine, shared by homeowners and designers across kitchens, hallways, dining rooms, and beyond. This collection shows how one color can take on a dozen different personalities depending on the room.

Dramatic Caffeine walls provide striking contrast against light-colored trim.

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1 Bathroom Photo

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