Shiitake
Shiitake begins as a greige color on paper, then shifts with every surface, shadow and neighboring material. Its warm classification can bring a gentle glow to the color, particularly beside natural wood and softer whites. Move between the room imagery, color measurements and coordinating shades to build a fuller sense of how it might live in your space.
Hex
#a5988aLRV
32.62
Shiitake in Rooms
Follow Shiitake from one space to another and watch how light, scale and surrounding materials reshape its character. 4 sourced room photos offer a closer look at the color in lived-in settings.
2 House Photos
Shiitake (N220-4) moves through 2 house images without becoming a fixed prescription for the room. Its warm classification can feel inviting beside tactile, natural materials.
Exterior siding in Shiitake provides warm, earthy curb appeal.
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House painted in Shiitake showcases rich, natural brown tones.
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2 Misc Photos
Against a changing mix of architectural details and personal finishes, Shiitake (N220-4) may feel quieter, sharper or more atmospheric than the digital swatch alone. An LRV of 32.6 lets the color hold its identity across both brighter and more shaded parts of the room.
Wooden dresser finished in Shiitake displays warm, sophisticated charm.
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Dresser painted Shiitake transforms a functional piece into styled decor.
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Similar Colors
At LRV 53 vs 33, Natural Gray is decisively the brighter choice.
With LRVs of 34 and 33, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Complementary Colors
A 10-point LRV gap (33 vs 22) makes Shiitake the marginally brighter of the two.
At LRV 33 vs 9, Shiitake is decisively the brighter choice.
Color Codes
Manufacturer description
Introducing Behr Shiitake (N220-4), a versatile hue that effortlessly complements a range of design styles. This warm and earthy brown tone adds a sense of sophistication to any space. Pair Shiitake with soft ivory accents or deep forest green furnishings for a harmonious color scheme. Infuse touches of gold or copper to create a luxurious ambiance that elevates the overall decor. 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