Swatchd
Sign inGet started
HeritageSouth-Facing

New Chestnut

Behr · 280F-5

The Analysis

New Chestnut is a mid-toned, saturated brown that absorbs more light than it reflects, given its 24.89 LRV. It will make a room feel cozier and more enclosed rather than spacious or bright.

It works best as a moody, sophisticated backdrop for dens, libraries, or dining rooms where you want a sense of intimacy. It is too heavy for a main wall color in small or windowless spaces.

LRV 25

History & Origin

This tone draws on the rich, wood-paneled aesthetics of traditional libraries and studies. It feels like a modern update to classic heritage interiors, prioritizing warmth over historical rigidity.

Undertonewarm
FamilyYellow

How to Use It

Pair this with matte black hardware for a sharp, modern look or brushed brass to lean into a warmer, classic vibe. It complements lighter oak wood tones perfectly by creating a balanced contrast.

The Mood

This color provides a grounding, stable atmosphere that feels restful and secure. It avoids the clinical sterility of white or gray, instead offering a warm, tactile presence that makes a room feel settled.

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.

Brand Matches

Perceptually similar colours from across all brands in our database.

  • Weaver's Tool 0177

    Colourtrend

  • Meadowlark

    Sherwin-Williams · SW7522

  • Crumbling Cork

    Valspar · 8003-19E

  • Hopsack

    Sherwin-Williams · SW6109

  • ADVENTURE

    Jotun · 11175

  • Mudslide

    Sherwin-Williams · SW9113

Lighting

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

  • Natural
  • Morning
  • Afternoon
  • Evening
  • Overcast
  • 2700K
  • 3500K
  • 4000K
  • 5500K