Ref. #5C454A · HDC-CL-07
Dark Berry
7%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Dark Berry Technical Profile
What color is Dark Berry? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #5C454A. Colors similar to Dark Berry include Hirshfield's Beauport Aubergine, PPG Carob Chip, MPC Alton Brown. Dark Berry has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 7, Dark Berry 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, Dark Berry 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 Dark Berry
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Berry
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Berry
#5C454A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7F6155
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Berry
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark Berry 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 Dark Berry.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dark Berry — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Berry have?
Dark Berry by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Dark Berry from other brands?
The closest matches are Beauport Aubergine by Hirshfield's (#553F44), Carob Chip by PPG (#5A484B), Alton Brown by MPC (#533F42). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Dark Berry?
Dark Berry has an LRV of 7.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dark Berry's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.