Ref. #9C7846 · 270F-6
Fudge Truffle
21%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Fudge Truffle Technical Profile
What color is Fudge Truffle? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #9C7846. Colors similar to Fudge Truffle include PPG Sugar Maple, Valspar Teak, Hirshfield's Rich And Rare. Fudge Truffle has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 21, Fudge Truffle 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, Fudge Truffle 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 Fudge Truffle
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fudge Truffle
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fudge Truffle
#9C7846
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A1A570
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fudge Truffle
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fudge Truffle 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 Fudge Truffle.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fudge Truffle — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fudge Truffle have?
Fudge Truffle by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Fudge Truffle from other brands?
The closest matches are Sugar Maple by PPG (#9C7647), Teak by Valspar (#A27A48), Rich And Rare by Hirshfield's (#977540). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Fudge Truffle?
Fudge Truffle has an LRV of 20.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Fudge Truffle's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.