Merino Wool
Merino Wool begins as a beige color on paper, then shifts with every surface, shadow and neighboring material. Its beige and greige classifications hint at the directions it may take as daylight, lamps and neighboring colors move around it. Move between the room imagery, color measurements and coordinating shades to build a fuller sense of how it might live in your space.
Hex
#cfc1aeLRV
54.54
Merino Wool in Rooms
Follow Merino Wool from one space to another and watch how light, scale and surrounding materials reshape its character. 3 sourced room photos offer a closer look at the color in lived-in settings.
3 Bathroom Photos
The beige, greige hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes. In this setting, let window light, mirrors and focused task lighting and tile, stone, glass, timber and metal fixtures guide the final sample decision.
White subway tile and trim stand out against Merino Wool bathroom walls.
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Vanity mirror reflects light off Merino Wool walls in this spa-like bathroom.
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Soft Merino Wool walls frame a simple bathroom with minimal fixtures and decor.
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Similar Colors
Shoreline Haze reads slightly lighter (LRV 60 vs 55), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Spun Wool reflects far more light (LRV 73 vs 55), opening up a space where Merino Wool encloses it.
Taupe Tease reflects far more light (LRV 70 vs 55), opening up a space where Merino Wool encloses it.
Merino Wool reflects far more light (LRV 55 vs 39), opening up a space where Harvest Brown encloses it.
Complementary Colors
At LRV 55 vs 22, Merino Wool is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 55 vs 15, Merino Wool is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 55 vs 9, Merino Wool is decisively the brighter choice.
Color Codes
Manufacturer description
Experience the warm and inviting atmosphere of Behr's HDC-NT-13 Merino Wool coating your walls in a cozy embrace. The soothing blend of neutral tones creates a tranquil ambiance, perfect for creating a relaxing bedroom retreat or a serene living room sanctuary. With HDC-NT-13 enhancing your space, you can effortlessly infuse any room with a touch of sophistication and elegance. Whether you are looking to transform your study into a tranquil haven or your dining room into a stylish gathering spot, Merino Wool will elevate your décor to new heights. 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