Ref. #81746B · N170-5
Chocolate Heart
18%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Chocolate Heart Technical Profile
What color is Chocolate Heart? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #81746B. Colors similar to Chocolate Heart include PPG Tattle Tail, PPG Flipper, Kilz Walnut Shell. Chocolate Heart has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 18, Chocolate Heart 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, Chocolate Heart 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 Chocolate Heart
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chocolate Heart
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chocolate Heart
#81746B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6A279
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chocolate Heart
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chocolate Heart 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 Heart.
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 Heart — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chocolate Heart have?
Chocolate Heart by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Chocolate Heart from other brands?
The closest matches are Tattle Tail by PPG (#80736A), Flipper by PPG (#7F726B), Walnut Shell by Kilz (#80756B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Chocolate Heart?
Chocolate Heart has an LRV of 18.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Chocolate Heart's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.