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Nouveau Copper

Behr

HDC-AC-01

About Nouveau Copper by Behr

Nouveau Copper HDC-AC-01 by Behr is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 15% and hue near 16° 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: 15.3%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #a05b42

RGB: 160, 91, 66

Hue16°

Saturation42%

Lightness44%

Similar Colors by Behr

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

Nouveau Copper

Behr

HDC-AC-01

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Nouveau Copper HDC-AC-01 a warm or cool color?
Nouveau Copper 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 Nouveau Copper?
Nouveau Copper sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 16°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Nouveau Copper?
Brightness is about 15%. Saturation is around 42%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 44%. Hue is close to 16°. The hex value is #a05b42. The RGB value is 160, 91, 66.
Is Nouveau Copper better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Nouveau Copper has brightness around 15%. 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 Nouveau Copper?
You can match Nouveau Copper 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 Nouveau Copper work best in a home?
Nouveau Copper 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 Nouveau Copper compare to a pure white paint?
Nouveau Copper 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 Nouveau Copper in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Nouveau Copper

Behr

HDC-AC-01

Darker Shades by Behr

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

Nouveau Copper

Behr

HDC-AC-01

Complementary Colors by Behr

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

Nouveau Copper

Behr

HDC-AC-01

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

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MUTED COPPER

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