Cocoa Nutmeg S190-5 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A27A6F, estimated LRV 23 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Apache Clay from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #A27A6F · S190-5
Cocoa Nutmeg
23%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Cocoa Nutmeg Technical Profile
HEX Code#A27A6F
RGB162, 122, 111
Estimated LRV22.7
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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 Familyred
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Cocoa Nutmeg
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cocoa Nutmeg
#A27A6F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA285
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cocoa Nutmeg
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cocoa Nutmeg 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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Cocoa Nutmeg — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cocoa Nutmeg have?
Cocoa Nutmeg by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red 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 Cocoa Nutmeg from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cocoa Nutmeg are Apache Clay by Valspar (a close digital match), Country Path by Valspar (a close digital match), Autumn Brown by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Cocoa Nutmeg'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 Cocoa Nutmeg?
Cocoa Nutmeg has a estimated lightness value of 22.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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