Ref. #573F4A · 130F-7
Semi Sweet
6%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Semi Sweet Technical Profile
What color is Semi Sweet? It's a dark warm neutral with the hex code #573F4A. Colors similar to Semi Sweet include Hirshfield's Grape Soda, Vista Paint Grape Soda, Hirshfield's Concord Grape. Semi Sweet has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 6, Semi Sweet 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, Semi Sweet 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 Semi Sweet
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Semi Sweet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Semi Sweet
#573F4A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#795250
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Semi Sweet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Semi Sweet 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 Semi Sweet.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Semi Sweet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Semi Sweet have?
Semi Sweet by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Semi Sweet from other brands?
The closest matches are Grape Soda by Hirshfield's (#533D47), Grape Soda by Vista Paint (#543D46), Concord Grape by Hirshfield's (#523A46). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Semi Sweet?
Semi Sweet has an LRV of 6.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Semi Sweet's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.