Ref. #666949 · 730D-6
Coconut Husk
16%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Coconut Husk Technical Profile
What color is Coconut Husk? It's a deep warm neutral with the hex code #666949. Colors similar to Coconut Husk include Farrow & Ball Bancha, Sherwin-Williams Oakmoss, Hirshfield's Old School. Coconut Husk has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 16, Coconut Husk creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Coconut Husk pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Coconut Husk
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Coconut Husk
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Coconut Husk
#666949
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6E895C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Coconut Husk
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Coconut Husk 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Coconut Husk.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Coconut Husk — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Coconut Husk have?
Coconut Husk by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Coconut Husk from other brands?
The closest matches are Bancha by Farrow & Ball (#686A47), Oakmoss by Sherwin-Williams (#65684C), Old School by Hirshfield's (#686945). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Coconut Husk?
Coconut Husk has an LRV of 16.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Coconut Husk's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.