Bolete
With a focus on versatile tones, Bolete (EX262) is a standout paint color in our database. It was selected for this featured gallery for its ability to add character and warmth to any space. See it applied across 8 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.
Hex
#B69B79
LRV
34.77
Bolete's Color Strip
Bolete is the third shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Grass Seed and Russula. The strip spans from Barn Board at the lightest end to Walking on Water at the deepest. Strip Ex38 puts these related shades in sequence, making it simple to find the tone that suits your room.
Bolete in Real Rooms
Bolete has a medium LRV of 34.77 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades.
1 Bathroom Photo
For bathrooms with limited natural light, Bolete provides a necessary "glow." It uses its subtle undertones to mimic the warmth of sunlight, preventing the space from feeling subterranean or overly dark, even in windowless layouts.
Bolete gives this bathroom a clean, considered finish.
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2 Bedroom Photos
For guest bedrooms, Bolete is a welcoming embrace. It's a universally appealing tone that feels clean and fresh for new arrivals, yet has enough "personality" to make their stay feel special and considered. It works across all seasons, feeling cool in summer and cozy in winter.
Bolete sets a calm, restful tone in this bedroom.
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Bolete in a spacious bedroom — see how the color behaves at scale.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Dining rooms are often the best place to take a "color risk." By choosing Bolete, you're opting for a shade that is saturated and confident, yet still refined enough to act as a neutral backdrop for colorful table linens and floral arrangements.
Bolete on the dining room walls — a color that makes evenings feel intentional.
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2 Misc Photos
More spaces painted in Bolete, 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.
Bolete in a foyer — the first impression this color makes is a confident one.
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Bolete in a sun-filled room — how this color holds up in direct light.
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1 Kitchen Photo
Bolete in a kitchen reads differently from how it might anywhere else — the hard surfaces, task lighting, and constant activity give it more to work against, and it holds up beautifully. It doesn't compete with the colors of food or the texture of countertops; instead, it frames them with a professional finish.
Bolete on the kitchen walls — a backdrop that works without demanding attention.
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1 Living Room Photo
Few colors transition as gracefully from day to evening as Bolete. In natural light, it reads clean, grounded, and modern; by candlelight or lamp, it deepens into something much more soulful. For a living room that needs to function as a bright morning coffee spot and a moody evening lounge, that tonal range is an invaluable asset.
Bolete on the walls of this living room — warm, grounded, easy to live with.
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