Secluded Woods
Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Secluded Woods 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 5 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#495a52
LRV
9.11
Secluded Woods in Real Rooms
Secluded Woods has a low LRV of 9.11 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.
1 Bathroom Photo
In a powder room, Secluded Woods can be used floor-to-ceiling to create a dramatic, high-impact experience for guests. Because these rooms are small and transitional, they can handle the full intensity of the color's personality without feeling overwhelming.
Secluded Woods bathroom wall panelling color
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2 Bedroom Photos
Secluded Woods has a unique ability to make a bedroom feel larger yet more intimate at the same time. By softening the "edges" of the room, the walls seem to move back, while the warmth of the tone makes the bed feel like a safe, protected island in the center of the space.
Behr Secluded Woods bedroom color review
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Behr Secluded Woods bedroom color
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2 Misc Photos
These examples of Secluded Woods in transitional spaces—like entryways or landings—show how the color can act as a "thread" that ties the upper and lower floors of a house together into one cohesive story.
Behr Secluded Woods wall paint stripes
@dalookspainting
Behr Secluded Woods painted furniture
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