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Muffin Mix

Behr · 240E-1

The Analysis

Muffin Mix is a warm, light-toned beige with strong peach undertones. Because of its high Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 77.28, it bounces significant light around a room, making smaller spaces feel open and well-lit.

This is an excellent choice for a main wall color in living rooms or hallways where you need a neutral backdrop that still has personality. It acts as a bridge between stark white and darker earth tones, allowing you to use it across an entire open-plan area.

LRV 77

History & Origin

It leans into a modern take on 1980s-90s warm neutrals, updated to feel fresh rather than dated. It functions as a versatile, contemporary base that avoids the monotony of modern cool-toned grays.

Undertonewarm
FamilyWhite

How to Use It

Pair this with natural light oak or walnut wood tones to highlight the warmth in the paint. For hardware, matte black provides a sharp, modern contrast, while unlacquered brass emphasizes the color’s inherent softness.

The Mood

This color provides a welcoming, steady energy rather than a sterile one. It feels grounded and comfortable, making it a reliable choice for areas where you want to relax without the color feeling cold or clinical.

Colour harmonies

Complementary

Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.

Analogous

Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.

Split complementary

Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.

Tetradic (square)

Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.

Monochromatic

Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.

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Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

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