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Brown green

Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Brown green remains a staple for RAL Classic designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. We've gathered 4 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#36342A

LRV

6.05

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Light Reflectance Value
6.05
Dark

Brown green in Real Rooms

Brown green has a low LRV of 6.05 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.

4 Kitchen Cabinets Photos

The depth of Brown green on kitchen cabinets is excellent for hiding the inevitable wear and tear of a busy kitchen. It's a practical choice that doesn't sacrifice an ounce of style, providing a durable-looking finish that remains elegant for years.

RAL Classic Brown green kitchen cabinets

RAL Classic Brown green kitchen cabinets

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RAL Classic 6008 kitchen cabinets

RAL Classic 6008 kitchen cabinets

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RAL Classic 6008 kitchen cabinets review

RAL Classic 6008 kitchen cabinets review

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RAL Classic 6008 kitchen cabinets paint

RAL Classic 6008 kitchen cabinets paint

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Umbra grey reads slightly lighter (LRV 10 vs 6), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.

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Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 8 vs 6), so neither reads brighter in a room.

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Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 6 vs 5), so neither reads brighter in a room.

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With LRVs of 6 and 6, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.

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Color Codes

HEX#36342A
RGB54, 52, 42
HSL50° 12% 19%
CMYK0 4 22 79
CIE LabL: 21.6 a: -1.2 b: 6.7
XYZX: 3.17 Y: 3.41 Z: 2.68