Chicory Root BXC-21 is a pink paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #4A2F37, LRV 4 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Merlot from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4A2F37 · BXC-21
Chicory Root
4%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Chicory Root Technical Profile
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Chicory Root in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chicory Root in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrChicory Root
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsMerlot
Merlot
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Dark Purple
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Ancient Burgundy
Valspar
Very similar
Plumbago
Vista Paint
Very similar
Concord Grape
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Bookmarker
Kilz
Very similar
Ranch House Brown
PPG
Visible difference
Brinjal
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Old Chaparral
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Grapes of Wrath
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Black Red
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chicory Root
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chicory Root
#4A2F37
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#674C45
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chicory Root
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chicory Root 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 Chicory Root.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chicory Root — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chicory Root have?
Chicory Root by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the pink color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Chicory Root in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chicory Root from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chicory Root are Merlot by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Blackberry by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Dark Purple by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Chicory Root'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 Chicory Root?
Chicory Root has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 3.8, 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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Related Reading
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 Chicory Root's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.