Barista N210-3 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #BAB8AC, estimated LRV 48 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Stoneware Clay from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #BAB8AC · N210-3
Barista
48%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Barista Technical Profile
HEX Code#BAB8AC
RGB186, 184, 172
Estimated LRV47.7
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Barista
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Barista
#BAB8AC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9FAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Barista
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Barista Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
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Barista — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Barista have?
Barista by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Barista from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Barista are Stoneware Clay by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Bone Black by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Play on Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Barista's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Barista?
Barista has a estimated lightness value of 47.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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