Winter Way featured
BehrPPU25-23

Winter Way

We've categorized Winter Way 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 10 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.

Hex

#3e474c

LRV

6.41

Light Reflectance Value
6.41
dark

Winter Way in Real Rooms

Winter Way has a low LRV of 6.41 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.

2 Bathroom Photos

The psychology of Winter Way in a bathroom is all about the "slow down." It's a visual cue to breathe, relax, and take your time, turning a utilitarian room into a true retreat from the frantic pace of the rest of the world.

Behr Winter Way bathroom color

Behr Winter Way bathroom color

@lld_co

Behr Winter Way bathroom

Behr Winter Way bathroom

@lld_co

1 Misc Photo

More spaces painted in Winter Way, shared by homeowners and designers across kitchens, hallways, dining rooms, and beyond. This collection shows how one color can take on a dozen different personalities depending on the room.

Behr Winter Way painted furniture

Behr Winter Way painted furniture

@goodbyebuildersgrade

1 Living Room Photo

Winter Way works harder than it looks in a living room environment. Whether the space gets direct southern sun or stays north-facing and dim, the color finds its specific register — neither receding into the background nor demanding the spotlight. It acts as a sophisticated backdrop that makes every piece of furniture or art placed in front of it look immediately more considered and curated.

Behr Winter Way living room makeover

Behr Winter Way living room makeover

@kukki23

1 Front Door Photo

Front door color is the one exterior choice that gets examined up close. Winter Way rewards that scrutiny — it has the kind of depth that looks richer the closer you get, rather than flatter. Pair with polished or unlacquered brass hardware for the best result.

Behr Winter Way front door color

Behr Winter Way front door color

@restoringcharmandbeauty

2 Home Office Photos

In a workspace, Winter Way helps to reduce "visual noise," allowing your mind to focus on the task at hand. It provides a steady, non-distracting horizon line that is particularly helpful for those in creative or high-concentration fields.

Behr Winter Way home office review

Behr Winter Way home office review

@rtvcustombuiltins

Behr Winter Way home office interior

Behr Winter Way home office interior

@rtvcustombuiltins

3 Dining Room Photos

Pairing Winter Way with a white ceiling and high white wainscoting creates a classic, high-contrast look that is perfect for a traditional dining space. It brings a sense of architectural rhythm and formality that is hard to achieve with lighter tones.

Behr Winter Way dining room picture

Behr Winter Way dining room picture

@thebohotudor

Behr Winter Way dining room interior

Behr Winter Way dining room interior

@thebohotudor

Behr Winter Way dining room

Behr Winter Way dining room

@thebohotudor

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Color Codes

HEX#3e474c
RGB62, 71, 76
HSL201° 10% 27%
CMYK18 7 0 70
CIE LabL: 29.5 a: -2.4 b: -4.2
XYZX: 5.54 Y: 6.05 Z: 7.71