New Orleans featured
BehrS570-6

New Orleans

With a focus on genuinely dark tones, New Orleans (S570-6) is a standout paint color in our database. It was selected for this featured gallery for its ability to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. See it applied across 3 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.

Hex

#6f697e

LRV

15.50

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Light Reflectance Value
15.50
Dark
TemperatureCool

New Orleans in Real Rooms

New Orleans has a low LRV of 15.5 — 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.

1 Bedroom Photo

In the context of a primary suite, New Orleans suggests a boutique-hotel level of refinement. It creates a seamless flow between the sleeping area and the dressing room, providing a steadying influence that makes the morning routine feel more organized and serene.

Behr New Orleans bedroom interior

Deep indigo accent wall in New Orleans creates dramatic contrast in this cozy bedroom.

@violet_rivers

1 Living Room Photo

When applied to living room walls, New Orleans creates a sense of "visual quiet." It eliminates the erratic shadows found in busier spaces, instead providing a steady, rhythmic tone that ties together disparate furniture styles. It's the common thread that makes a room full of heirlooms and modern pieces feel like a cohesive collection.

Behr New Orleans living room color

Dark wall paneling in New Orleans anchors the sophisticated living room design.

@kristiisbreezy

1 Misc Photo

Observe the use of New Orleans on architectural "oddities"—slanted ceilings, built-in nooks, or under-stair closets. The color helps these strange angles feel like deliberate design features rather than construction afterthoughts.

Behr New Orleans wall paint

Rich New Orleans tones add depth and elegance to any interior wall.

@kristiisbreezy

Similar Colors

Ashberry
Ashberry
New Orleans
New Orleans
Ashberry vs New Orleans
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Ashberry
N550-4 · LRV 36
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New Orleans
S570-6 · LRV 16

At LRV 36 vs 16, Ashberry is decisively the brighter choice.

Evening in Paris
Evening in Paris
New Orleans
New Orleans
Evening in Paris vs New Orleans
Behr
New Orleans
S570-6 · LRV 16

At LRV 28 vs 16, Evening in Paris is decisively the brighter choice.

Complementary Colors

New Orleans
New Orleans
White
White
New Orleans vs White
Behr
New Orleans
S570-6 · LRV 16
Behr
White
52 · LRV 83

White reflects far more light (LRV 83 vs 16), opening up a space where New Orleans encloses it.

Frost
Frost
New Orleans
New Orleans
Frost vs New Orleans
Behr
Frost
57 · LRV 87
Behr
New Orleans
S570-6 · LRV 16

At LRV 87 vs 16, Frost is decisively the brighter choice.

Looking Glass
New Orleans
New Orleans
Looking Glass vs New Orleans
Behr
Looking Glass
MQ3-45 · LRV 74
Behr
New Orleans
S570-6 · LRV 16

At LRV 74 vs 16, Looking Glass is decisively the brighter choice.

Color Codes

HEX#6f697e
RGB111, 105, 126
HSL257° 9% 45%
CMYK12 17 0 51
CIE LabL: 45.6 a: 6.8 b: -10.8
XYZX: 15.37 Y: 14.99 Z: 21.82