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Thoughtful

Often used for its versatile qualities, Thoughtful remains a staple for Jotun designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to perfect for adding character to any space. We've gathered 17 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#b5a395

LRV

38.66

Light Reflectance Value
38.66
medium

Thoughtful in Real Rooms

Thoughtful has a medium-high LRV of 38.66 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy.

7 Living Room Photos

The beauty of Thoughtful in a living room lies in its versatility with textures. It provides a smooth, matte-like quality that contrasts beautifully against plush velvet sofas or chunky wool rugs. It's a color that invites you to stay a little longer, creating an atmosphere that feels established rather than just decorated.

Thoughtful  living room color review

Thoughtful living room color review

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8 Misc Photos

In laundry rooms, Thoughtful adds a surprising level of "design" to a space that is often forgotten. It proves that even the most utilitarian rooms deserve a color that feels considered, intentional, and calming.

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Jotun 20184 wall paint

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1 Kitchen Photo

Thoughtful is particularly effective in kitchens with a lot of natural light. It tempers the glare from sun hitting polished surfaces, providing a matte-like visual anchor that keeps the room feeling grounded even during the brightest parts of the day.

Jotun Thoughtful  kitchen interior

Jotun Thoughtful kitchen interior

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1 Dining Room Photo

Thoughtful encourages conversation. Its calm, grounded presence creates a sense of safety and comfort that allows guests to relax and stay at the table longer, which is the ultimate goal of any well-designed dining area.

Jotun Thoughtful  dining room color review

Jotun Thoughtful dining room color review

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Color Codes

HEX#b5a395
RGB181, 163, 149
HSL26° 18% 65%
CMYK0 10 18 29
CIE LabL: 68.2 a: 4.2 b: 9.7
XYZX: 37.58 Y: 38.19 Z: 33.82