Portico
We've categorized Portico as a versatile Yellow because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can add character and warmth to any space so effectively. Explore our collection of 3 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.
Hex
#BBAB95
LRV
41.76
Portico's Color Strip
Portico is the third shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Sandbar and Outerbanks. The strip spans from Natural Tan at the lightest end to Resort Tan at the deepest. Strip 284 puts these related shades in sequence, making it simple to find the tone that suits your room.
Portico in Real Rooms
Portico has a medium-high LRV of 41.76 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy. It's neutral in temperature and , making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Yellow family, the photos below show it applied in a misc and kitchen.
1 Misc Photo
In walk-in closets or pantries, Portico provides a dark, sophisticated backdrop that makes your belongings look organized and curated. It turns a storage space into a boutique-like experience every time you open the door.
Hallway walls in Portico create an inviting transition space.
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2 Kitchen Photos
In a farmhouse or traditional kitchen, Portico adds a layer of modern relevance. It updates classic cabinetry and apron-front sinks without clashing with the traditional "bones" of the house, offering a bridge between the old and the new.
Kitchen walls painted Portico brighten the heart of this home.
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Cabinetry in Portico complements granite countertops and stainless appliances.
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Coordinating Colors
At LRV 73 vs 42, Natural Choice is decisively the brighter choice.
Portico reflects far more light (LRV 42 vs 15), opening up a space where Superior Bronze encloses it.
Portico reads slightly lighter (LRV 42 vs 30), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Trim Color
At LRV 73 vs 42, Natural Choice is decisively the brighter choice.
Similar Colors
With LRVs of 42 and 41, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 44 and 42, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 43 vs 42), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Barcelona Beige reads slightly lighter (LRV 47 vs 42), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Portico reads slightly lighter (LRV 42 vs 38), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Portico reads slightly lighter (LRV 42 vs 39), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
With LRVs of 44 and 42, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 44 and 42, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 42 and 39, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Portico reads slightly lighter (LRV 42 vs 38), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Complementary Colors
Portico reflects far more light (LRV 42 vs 11), opening up a space where Rain Cloud encloses it.
Portico reflects far more light (LRV 42 vs 7), opening up a space where Sea Mariner encloses it.
Starry Night reflects far more light (LRV 69 vs 42), opening up a space where Portico encloses it.
At LRV 42 vs 20, Portico is decisively the brighter choice.
Portico reflects far more light (LRV 42 vs 22), opening up a space where Blustery Sky encloses it.
At LRV 42 vs 28, Portico is decisively the brighter choice.
Lighter Colors
A 11-point LRV gap (53 vs 42) makes High Sierra the marginally brighter of the two.
Analytical Gray reads slightly lighter (LRV 47 vs 42), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Useful Gray reflects far more light (LRV 59 vs 42), opening up a space where Portico encloses it.
At LRV 61 vs 42, Popular Gray is decisively the brighter choice.
Darker Colors
Portico reflects far more light (LRV 42 vs 18), opening up a space where Verde Marrón encloses it.
A 10-point LRV gap (42 vs 32) makes Portico the marginally brighter of the two.
Portico reads slightly lighter (LRV 42 vs 39), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
With LRVs of 42 and 41, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.