Ref. #4C443E · PPU5-01
Espresso Beans
6%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Espresso Beans Technical Profile
What color is Espresso Beans? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #4C443E. Colors similar to Espresso Beans include Benjamin Moore Night Horizon, Sherwin-Williams Black Fox, Sherwin-Williams Sealskin. Espresso Beans has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 6, Espresso Beans 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, Espresso Beans 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 Espresso Beans
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Espresso Beans
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Espresso Beans
#4C443E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#716F4C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Espresso Beans
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Espresso Beans 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 Espresso Beans.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Espresso Beans — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Espresso Beans have?
Espresso Beans by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Espresso Beans from other brands?
The closest matches are Night Horizon by Benjamin Moore (#4C443E), Black Fox by Sherwin-Williams (#4F4842), Sealskin by Sherwin-Williams (#48423C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Espresso Beans?
Espresso Beans has an LRV of 6.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Espresso Beans's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.