Brandy
With a focus on genuinely dark tones, Brandy (CA226) is a standout paint color in our database. It was selected for this featured gallery for its ability to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. See it applied across 8 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.
Hex
#905B47
LRV
13.87
Brandy's Color Strip
Brandy is the second shade on this 4-color strip, sitting between Smoked Salmon and Piquant. The strip spans from Smoked Salmon at the lightest end to Autumn Maple at the deepest. As part of strip Artisan33, these colors are curated to work together — helpful when you're deciding how light or deep to go.
Brandy in Real Rooms
Brandy has a low LRV of 13.87 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.
1 Bathroom Photo
Small bathrooms amplify whatever color is on the wall, which makes the choice more consequential than it first appears. Brandy has enough depth to register without closing the room in, and it plays well with white subway tile or warm wood accents.
Brandy gives this bathroom a clean, considered finish.
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2 Bedroom Photos
In the context of a primary suite, Brandy suggests a boutique-hotel level of refinement. It creates a seamless flow between the sleeping area and the dressing room, providing a steadying influence that makes the morning routine feel more organized and serene.
Brandy sets a calm, restful tone in this bedroom.
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Brandy in a spacious bedroom — see how the color behaves at scale.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Pairing Brandy 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.
Brandy on the dining room walls — a color that makes evenings feel intentional.
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2 Misc Photos
Observe the use of Brandy on architectural "oddities"—slanted ceilings, built-in nooks, or under-stair closets. The color helps these strange angles feel like deliberate design features rather than construction afterthoughts.
Brandy in a foyer — the first impression this color makes is a confident one.
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Brandy in a sun-filled room — how this color holds up in direct light.
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1 Kitchen Photo
For smaller kitchens, Brandy can be used to create a "jewel box" effect. By painting the walls and trim in this same shade, you eliminate visual breaks, making the room feel more expansive and sophisticated despite its modest footprint.
Brandy on the kitchen walls — a backdrop that works without demanding attention.
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1 Living Room Photo
Choosing Brandy for a main living area is a commitment to timelessness. It avoids the trend-cycle fatigue of brighter hues, offering a sophisticated neutrality that can be reimagined every few years simply by swapping out textiles or accent pillows. It is the ultimate foundation for an evolving home.
Brandy on the walls of this living room — warm, grounded, easy to live with.
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