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Behr Cocoa Nutmeg S190-5

Cocoa Nutmeg

Behr

S190-5

About Cocoa Nutmeg by Behr

Brightness: 25.2%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #a8816f

RGB: 168, 129, 111

Hue19°

Saturation25%

Lightness55%

Similar Colors by Behr

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

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Cocoa Nutmeg S190-5 a warm or cool color?
Cocoa Nutmeg by Behr is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Cocoa Nutmeg?
Cocoa Nutmeg sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 19°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Cocoa Nutmeg?
Brightness is about 25%. Saturation is around 25%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 55%. Hue is close to 19°. The hex value is #a8816f. The RGB value is 168, 129, 111.
Is Cocoa Nutmeg better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Cocoa Nutmeg has brightness around 25%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Cocoa Nutmeg?
You can match Cocoa Nutmeg 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 Cocoa Nutmeg work best in a home?
Cocoa Nutmeg 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 Cocoa Nutmeg compare to a pure white paint?
Cocoa Nutmeg is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and deeper 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 Cocoa Nutmeg in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Behr

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

Complementary Colors by Behr

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

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Cocoa Nutmeg. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.