BROWNS
Chaps
#644B41
Chaps is #644B41 in HEX — rgb(100, 75, 65), hsl(17°, 21%, 32%), cmyk(0%, 25%, 35%, 61%).
Chaps pulls into the rich end of the browns spectrum — HSL 17°, 21%, 32%. The muted saturation makes it quiet but present, and the hue reads warm. In interior projects it shines on trim, cabinetry, leather goods, wood accents — for warmth and weight. Reads best alongside cream walls, off-white linen, brass, soft black.
Color Codes
Paint Matches — this color across 16 brands
Light Reflectance & Undertone
Light Reflectance Value (LRV)
8/100
Very Dark
Absorbs almost all light — dramatic and cocooning. Needs strong artificial lighting and works best as an accent or in well-lit rooms.
Undertone
Reads as a warm orange with a yellow undertone showing through, especially in daylight. Pair trim and adjacent colours to either calm or amplify that undertone.
Color Theory
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-Complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Rectangle
Compound
Shades & Tints
Shades and tints of Chaps run from a pale tint down to a deep shade — same hue and saturation, lightness stepped. Each rung below shows its exact HEX code; tap any to copy it.
Variations
Lighter
Darker
Saturation
Interior Use
Best Rooms
living rooms, libraries, dens
Best Uses
trim, cabinetry, leather goods, wood accents
Pairs With
cream walls, off-white linen, brass, soft black
Accessibility (WCAG)
Deuteranopia
Protanopia
Tritanopia
Color Psychology
Grounded · Earthy
Chaps grounds a scheme — it gives the eye a place to rest and frames brighter colors around it. Use it on trim, cabinetry, leather goods, and structural wood elements; for walls it works in libraries and dens that want gravity.
How it looks under different light
Pairs With
Paint Info
Brand · Product Line
Benjamin Moore / Regal Select Interior
Recommended Finishes
Eggshell (walls) · Pearl (trim) · Matte (ceiling)
Eggshell hides imperfections on main walls while keeping the color rich; pearl on trim adds subtle sheen and easier cleaning; flat matte on ceilings prevents glare.
Best Surfaces
Primary walls · Cabinetry · Doors · Mouldings
Coverage & Dry Time
Typical coverage 350-400 sq ft per gallon over a primed surface.
Touch-dry in ~1 hour. Recoat after 4 hours. Full cure 7-14 days.
Primer
Standard primer is adequate.
Application Tip
Use a 9" microfiber roller on walls and a 2.5" angled sash brush for trim cuts. Two coats minimum for even depth.
Paint Calculator
You'll need
4.0 litres
1.06 US gallons · room for one touch-up coat. Buy slightly more to ensure single-batch match.
Code Snippets
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Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #644B41?
#644B41 is Chaps, a deep brown with a warm undertone.
Is #644B41 warm or cool?
Chaps reads warm, which influences how it interacts with surrounding tones and natural light.
What rooms work best with Chaps?
Chaps works well in living rooms, libraries, dens. Designers typically use it for trim, cabinetry, leather goods, wood accents.
What colors pair well with Chaps?
Chaps pairs naturally with cream walls, off-white linen, brass, soft black. Its complementary color is also a strong contrast option for accents.
Where can I download Chaps?
You can download Chaps on DSGN.HOUSE in 15 designer formats including CSS gradient, Figma, Procreate swatches, Tailwind config, Adobe ASE, SVG, and 4K wallpapers — all free.
What's the hex code for Chaps?
The hex code is #644B41. In RGB it's 100, 75, 65, and in HSL it's 17°, 21%, 32%.