Death By Chocolate MQ1-54 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #614541, LRV 7 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Otis Madiera from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #614541 · MQ1-54
Death By Chocolate
7%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Death By Chocolate Technical Profile
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Death By Chocolate in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Death By Chocolate in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrDeath By Chocolate
Nearly identical
Vista PaintOtis Madiera
Otis Madiera
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
El Cajon Clay
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Outer Boundary
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Spiced Wine
PPG
Very similar
Burnt Clay
Kilz
Very similar
Rich Chocolate
Valspar
Very similar
Carnelian
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Old Chaparral
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Otis Madeira
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Chestnut Brown
RAL
Visible difference
Brinjal
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Death By Chocolate
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Death By Chocolate
#614541
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#807055
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Death By Chocolate
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Death By Chocolate 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
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Death By Chocolate — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Death By Chocolate have?
Death By Chocolate by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Death By Chocolate in your own space before committing.
What colors match Death By Chocolate from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Death By Chocolate are Otis Madiera by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), El Cajon Clay by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Townsend Harbor Brown by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Death By Chocolate'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 Death By Chocolate?
Death By Chocolate has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.2, 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
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 Death By Chocolate's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.