Whiskey Barrel
We've categorized Whiskey Barrel as a genuinely dark paint color because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can anchor a room without demanding the spotlight so effectively. Explore our collection of 2 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.
Hex
#85705f
LRV
17.74
Whiskey Barrel in Real Rooms
Whiskey Barrel has a low LRV of 17.74 — 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.
2 Misc Photos
Whiskey Barrel shows up in some unexpected spaces in these photos — hallways, laundry rooms, and accent walls. Each one makes the case that the color's versatility extends well beyond the obvious applications into every corner of the home.
Accent wall in rich Whiskey Barrel adds dramatic depth to this room.
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Dark Whiskey Barrel walls create moody, sophisticated ambiance in this living space.
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Similar Colors
At LRV 34 vs 18, Rustic Taupe is decisively the brighter choice.
Mocha Accent reads slightly lighter (LRV 23 vs 18), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
A 5-point LRV gap (18 vs 12) makes Whiskey Barrel the marginally brighter of the two.
Complementary Colors
At LRV 64 vs 18, Absolute Zero is decisively the brighter choice.
Adirondack Blue reads slightly lighter (LRV 22 vs 18), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Whiskey Barrel reads slightly lighter (LRV 18 vs 15), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.