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Middlebury Brown

Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Middlebury Brown remains a staple for Benjamin Moore designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. We've gathered 3 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#69594D

LRV

10.72

Light Reflectance Value
10.72
Dark
Tone
CozyGroundingTimeless
UseInterior & Exterior

Middlebury Brown in Real Rooms

Middlebury Brown has a low LRV of 10.72 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. Grouped in the Brown and Neutral family, the photos below show it applied in a dining room and misc.

2 Dining Room Photos

For an "all-day" dining room, Middlebury Brown is surprisingly adaptable. In the morning, it feels crisp and clean for breakfast; as the sun moves, it transitions into a moodier, more reflective space that is perfect for long, lingering dinners.

Benjamin Moore Middlebury Brown dining room

Benjamin Moore Middlebury Brown dining room

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Benjamin Moore Middlebury Brown dining room interior

Benjamin Moore Middlebury Brown dining room interior

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1 Misc Photo

These examples of Middlebury Brown 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.

Benjamin Moore Middlebury Brown wall paint

Benjamin Moore Middlebury Brown wall paint

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Color Codes

HEX#69594D
RGB105, 89, 77
HSL26° 15% 36%
CMYK0 15 27 59
CIE LabL: 39.0 a: 4.5 b: 9.4
XYZX: 0.11 Y: 0.11 Z: 0.09