French Roast UL140-1 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #49413B, estimated LRV 6 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Night Horizon from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #49413B · UL140-1
French Roast
6%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
French Roast Technical Profile
HEX Code#49413B
RGB73, 65, 59
Estimated LRV5.5
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 French Roast
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
French Roast
#49413B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6E6B49
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for French Roast
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
French Roast 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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French Roast — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does French Roast have?
French Roast 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 French Roast from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to French Roast are Night Horizon by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Sealskin by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Charcoal Brick by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting French Roast'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 French Roast?
French Roast has a estimated lightness value of 5.5, 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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