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Behr Lite Cocoa MQ1-55

Lite Cocoa

Behr

MQ1-55

About Lite Cocoa by Behr

Lite Cocoa MQ1-55 by Behr is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 35% and hue near 20° for steady results across rooms. Bold pick for accents, dining rooms, or small cozy spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

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Brightness: 34.9%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #b59a8d

RGB: 181, 154, 141

Hue20°

Saturation21%

Lightness63%

Similar Colors by Behr

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

Lite Cocoa

Behr

MQ1-55

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Lite Cocoa MQ1-55 a warm or cool color?
Lite Cocoa 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 Lite Cocoa?
Lite Cocoa sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 20°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Lite Cocoa?
Brightness is about 35%. Saturation is around 21%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 63%. Hue is close to 20°. The hex value is #b59a8d. The RGB value is 181, 154, 141.
Is Lite Cocoa better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Lite Cocoa has brightness around 35%. 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 Lite Cocoa?
You can match Lite Cocoa 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 Lite Cocoa work best in a home?
Lite Cocoa 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 Lite Cocoa compare to a pure white paint?
Lite Cocoa 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 Lite Cocoa in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Lite Cocoa

Behr

MQ1-55

Darker Shades by Behr

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

Lite Cocoa

Behr

MQ1-55

Complementary Colors by Behr

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

Lite Cocoa

Behr

MQ1-55

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

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