Chocolate Heart N170-5 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #81746B, LRV 18 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tattle Tail from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #81746B · N170-5
Chocolate Heart
18%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Chocolate Heart Technical Profile
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Chocolate Heart in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chocolate Heart in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrChocolate Heart
Nearly identical
PPGTattle Tail
Tattle Tail
PPG
Nearly identical
Walnut Shell
Kilz
Nearly identical
Rugged Individual
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Summer Sparrow
Valspar
Very similar
Foothills
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Monks Robe
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Chocolate Velvet
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Coastal Fog
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Woodbridge
Vista Paint
Very similar
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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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 sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Chocolate Heart in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chocolate Heart from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chocolate Heart are Tattle Tail by PPG (a near-identical match), Flipper by PPG (a near-identical match), Fauna Brown by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Chocolate Heart'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 Heart?
Chocolate Heart has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 18.2, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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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.