Ref. #806C74 · 720B-5
Bitter Briar
19%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Bitter Briar Technical Profile
What color is Bitter Briar? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #806C74. Colors similar to Bitter Briar include Benjamin Moore Bonne Nuit, Vista Paint Lady Carlyle, PPG Velvet Slipper. Bitter Briar has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Bitter Briar creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Bitter Briar pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Bitter Briar
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Bonne Nuit
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Lady Carlyle
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Velvet Slipper
PPG
Nearly identical
Victorian Violet
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Smoked Mulberry
Valspar
Very similar
Patchwork Plum
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Amazing Amethyst
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Russell Bronze Met.
MPC
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bitter Briar
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Bitter Briar.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bitter Briar — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bitter Briar have?
Bitter Briar by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Bitter Briar from other brands?
The closest matches are Bonne Nuit by Benjamin Moore (#7D6B74), Lady Carlyle by Vista Paint (#7F6E78), Velvet Slipper by PPG (#846C76). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bitter Briar?
Bitter Briar has an LRV of 19.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
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.