Buff Tone
Buff Tone is a beige paint color from Behr, but its character reaches beyond a single label. Its warm classification can bring a gentle glow to the color, particularly beside natural wood and softer whites. Move between the room imagery, color measurements and coordinating shades to build a fuller sense of how it might live in your space.
Hex
#e8d0b9LRV
66.10
Buff Tone in Rooms
Follow Buff Tone from one space to another and watch how light, scale and surrounding materials reshape its character. 3 sourced room photos offer a closer look at the color in lived-in settings.
3 Misc Photos
Buff Tone (S230-1) offers a starting mood rather than a finished formula: Its warm classification can feel inviting beside tactile, natural materials. Test it under the varied light of hallways, corners and transitional rooms.
Walls in warm Buff Tone envelope this living space with cozy sophistication.
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Color-blocked accent wall in Buff Tone adds depth to this modern room.
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Geometric wall treatment in Buff Tone brings contemporary style to neutral décor.
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Similar Colors
A 6-point LRV gap (72 vs 66) makes Nutmeg Frost the marginally brighter of the two.
Complementary Colors
Buff Tone reflects far more light (LRV 66 vs 22), opening up a space where Lyric Blue encloses it.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 66 vs 66), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Color Codes
Manufacturer description
Evoke a sense of warmth and sophistication with **Buff Tone** (S230-1) from Behr. This rich and creamy shade exudes elegance and charm, making it an ideal choice for creating a cozy atmosphere in bedrooms, living rooms, and dining spaces. **Buff Tone** pairs beautifully with natural wood accents and soft textiles, bringing a touch of timeless beauty to any room. Embrace the versatility of this color by incorporating it into traditional, farmhouse, or modern interiors for a welcoming and tranquil ambiance. 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