Bitter Briar 720B-5 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #806C74, estimated LRV 19 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bonne Nuit from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #806C74 · 720B-5
Bitter Briar
19%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Bitter Briar Technical Profile
HEX Code#806C74
RGB128, 108, 116
Estimated LRV19.0
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBehr
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#7D6B74
Close digital match
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#7F6E78
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#846C76
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Colors That Work With Bitter Briar
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bitter Briar
#806C74
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A67E79
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bitter Briar
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bitter Briar Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
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Bitter Briar — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bitter Briar have?
Bitter Briar by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Bitter Briar from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bitter Briar are Bonne Nuit by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Lady Carlyle by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Velvet Slipper by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Bitter Briar's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Bitter Briar?
Bitter Briar has a estimated lightness value of 19.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bitter Briar's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.