Whiskey Barrel
Behr's Whiskey Barrel is a beige shade whose quieter details emerge through comparison. Its warm classification can bring a gentle glow to the color, particularly beside natural wood and softer whites. 2 sourced room photos offer a closer look at the color in lived-in settings.
Hex
#85705fLRV
17.74
Whiskey Barrel in Rooms
Follow Whiskey Barrel from one space to another and watch how light, scale and surrounding materials reshape its character. 2 sourced room photos offer a closer look at the color in lived-in settings.
2 Misc Photos
Whiskey Barrel (N230-6) offers a starting mood rather than a finished formula: Its warm classification can feel inviting beside tactile, natural materials. Test it under the varied light of hallways, corners and transitional rooms.
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.
Color Codes
Manufacturer description
Immerse yourself in the warm embrace of Behr Whiskey Barrel (N230-6) and watch as your space transforms into a cozy sanctuary. This rich and earthy hue exudes sophistication and charm, making it perfect for creating an inviting atmosphere in living rooms, dining rooms, and libraries. Picture the walls bathed in the deep tones of Whiskey Barrel, complemented by plush leather furniture and antique wooden accents. Whether you're curling up with a book or hosting a gathering with loved ones, this color lends a timeless elegance to any room, evoking a sense of comfort and luxury. 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