Ref. #67574C · PPU5-18
Chocolate Swirl
10%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Chocolate Swirl Technical Profile
What color is Chocolate Swirl? It's a dark warm brown with the hex code #67574C. Colors similar to Chocolate Swirl include Benjamin Moore Clinton Brown, Benjamin Moore Mustang, Valspar Mudslide. Chocolate Swirl has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 10, Chocolate Swirl 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 Swirl 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 Swirl
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chocolate Swirl
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chocolate Swirl
#67574C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8A865C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chocolate Swirl
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chocolate Swirl 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 Swirl.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chocolate Swirl — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chocolate Swirl have?
Chocolate Swirl by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Chocolate Swirl from other brands?
The closest matches are Clinton Brown by Benjamin Moore (#66564B), Mustang by Benjamin Moore (#69584B), Mudslide by Valspar (#6A5A4F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Chocolate Swirl?
Chocolate Swirl has an LRV of 10.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Swirl's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.