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Behr Buff Tone S230-1

Buff Tone

Behr

S230-1

About Buff Tone by Behr

Buff Tone S230-1 by Behr is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 66% and hue near 29° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

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Brightness: 65.8%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #e8d0b9

RGB: 232, 208, 185

Hue29°

Saturation51%

Lightness82%

Similar Colors by Behr

These are close matches to Buff Tone from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Buff Tone

Behr

S230-1

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Buff Tone looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Buff Tone S230-1 a warm or cool color?
Buff Tone by Behr is a warm mid tone color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Buff Tone?
Buff Tone sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 29°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Buff Tone?
Brightness is about 66%. Saturation is around 51%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 82%. Hue is close to 29°. The hex value is #e8d0b9. The RGB value is 232, 208, 185.
Is Buff Tone better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Buff Tone has brightness around 66%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Buff Tone?
You can match Buff Tone with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Buff Tone work best in a home?
Buff Tone works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Buff Tone compare to a pure white paint?
Buff Tone is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and mid tone color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Behr

These lighter shades sit above Buff Tone in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Buff Tone

Behr

S230-1

Darker Shades by Behr

These colors drop a bit below Buff Tone in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Buff Tone

Behr

S230-1

Complementary Colors by Behr

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Buff Tone. They add contrast without clashing.

Buff Tone

Behr

S230-1

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