Chocolate Chiffon BNC-22 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #87807C, 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.
Ref. #87807C · BNC-22
Chocolate Chiffon
22%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Chocolate Chiffon Technical Profile
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Chocolate Chiffon in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chocolate Chiffon in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrChocolate Chiffon
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreStone
Stone
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Dusty Lead
Valspar
Nearly identical
Elephant Gray
PPG
Nearly identical
Mink
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Mole's Breath
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Fallen Rock
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Captain Nemo
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lab Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cast in Stone
Vista Paint
Very similar
Smokey Eyes
Kilz
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chocolate Chiffon
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Chocolate Chiffon.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Chocolate Chiffon in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chocolate Chiffon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chocolate Chiffon are Stone by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Dusty Lead by Valspar (a near-identical match), Gotham by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Chocolate Chiffon's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.