Chocolate Chiffon BNC-22 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #87807C, estimated LRV 22 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Stone from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #87807C · BNC-22
Chocolate Chiffon
22%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Chocolate Chiffon Technical Profile
HEX Code#87807C
RGB135, 128, 124
Estimated LRV22.0
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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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Colors That Work With Chocolate Chiffon
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chocolate Chiffon
#87807C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA885
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chocolate Chiffon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chocolate Chiffon 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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Chocolate Chiffon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chocolate Chiffon have?
Chocolate Chiffon by Behr has a warm (golden) 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 Chocolate Chiffon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chocolate Chiffon are Stone by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Dusty Lead by Valspar (a close digital match), Gotham by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Chocolate Chiffon'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 Chocolate Chiffon?
Chocolate Chiffon has a estimated lightness value of 22.0, 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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Why Chocolate Chiffon's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.