Garnish
Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Garnish remains a staple for Behr designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. We've gathered 4 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#79774a
LRV
17.13
Garnish in Real Rooms
Garnish has a low LRV of 17.13 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. It's neutral in temperature, making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations.
4 Misc Photos
More spaces painted in Garnish, 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.
Cabinet doors finished in Garnish create a cohesive, contemporary look in this kitchen space.
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Kitchen cabinets painted in Garnish create a fresh, modern storage solution.
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An accent wall in Garnish adds depth and character to this room.
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Wall color in Garnish transforms the space with subtle sophistication.
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Similar Colors
With LRVs of 17 and 16, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
A 7-point LRV gap (17 vs 10) makes Garnish the marginally brighter of the two.
A 4-point LRV gap (17 vs 14) makes Garnish the marginally brighter of the two.
Complementary Colors
At LRV 66 vs 17, Blueberry Whip is decisively the brighter choice.