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Behr Desert Sunset (PPU3-08)

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HEX

#C89070

RGB

200, 144, 112

LRV

30

Code

PPU3-08

Overview

Behr Desert Sunset (PPU3-08) is a warm orange paint color with an LRV of 30. Medium-dark — adds depth and warmth, great for accent walls. This versatile shade works beautifully in dining room and bedroom settings and pairs well with Southwestern design styles.

Color Specifications

  • HEX code: #C89070 | RGB: 200, 144, 112
  • Light Reflectance Value (LRV): 30 — Medium-dark — adds depth and warmth, great for accent walls
  • Undertone: Warm — adds coziness and golden tones
  • Color family: Orange
  • Best for: dining room, bedroom, accent wall
  • Design styles: Southwestern, Eclectic, Bohemian

Why Choose This Color

  • Desert Sunset is a popular choice among Behr colors
  • With an LRV of 30, it absorbs light, creating a cozy atmosphere
  • The warm undertone makes it inviting in north-facing rooms
  • Designers recommend Desert Sunset for Southwestern aesthetics

How to Use This Color

  1. 1Test Desert Sunset with a sample before committing
  2. 2Observe at different times of day
  3. 3Consider room orientation
  4. 4Pair with lighter ceiling
  5. 5Use Behr's primer and apply 2 coats

Tags

behrorangewarmlrv-30dining-roombedroomaccent-wallsouthwesterneclecticbohemian

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Behr Desert Sunset (PPU3-08) is a warm orange with LRV 30. Ideal for dining room and bedroom.