Frontier Brown
Frontier Brown is a beige paint color from Behr, but its character reaches beyond a single label. Its warm classification can bring a gentle glow to the color, particularly beside natural wood and softer whites. Treat the digital swatch as an opening note, then watch a physical sample from morning light through evening lamps.
Hex
#9a8172LRV
24.32
Frontier Brown in Rooms
Follow Frontier Brown from one space to another and watch how light, scale and surrounding materials reshape its character. 2 sourced room photos offer a closer look at the color in lived-in settings.
2 Misc Photos
The beige, greige hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes. In this setting, let the varied light of hallways, corners and transitional rooms and a changing mix of architectural details and personal finishes guide the final sample decision.
Furniture piece painted in Frontier Brown adds warmth and rich character.
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Wooden furniture finished in Frontier Brown deepens the room's natural tones.
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Similar Colors
Lavender Suede reflects far more light (LRV 40 vs 24), opening up a space where Frontier Brown encloses it.
Studio Taupe reads slightly lighter (LRV 32 vs 24), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Complementary Colors
Absolute Zero reflects far more light (LRV 64 vs 24), opening up a space where Frontier Brown encloses it.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 24 vs 22), so neither reads brighter in a room.
A 10-point LRV gap (24 vs 15) makes Frontier Brown the marginally brighter of the two.
Color Codes
Manufacturer description
Behr'sN190-5 Frontier Brown adds a warm and earthy touch to any space. This rich hue pairs beautifully with soft creams and deep greys to create a cozy and grounded atmosphere. ComplementN190-5 Frontier Brown with accents in muted greens and rustic oranges to enhance its natural appeal. 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