Smooth Coffee 740B-7 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #473C41, estimated LRV 8 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Antique Burgundy from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #473C41 · 740B-7
Smooth Coffee
8%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Smooth Coffee Technical Profile
HEX Code#473C41
RGB71, 60, 65
Estimated LRV8.0
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Smooth Coffee
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smooth Coffee
#473C41
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6D4A49
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smooth Coffee
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smooth Coffee 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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Smooth Coffee — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smooth Coffee have?
Smooth Coffee by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Smooth Coffee from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smooth Coffee are Antique Burgundy by Valspar (a close digital match), Dark Basalt by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Plum Brown by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Smooth Coffee'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 Smooth Coffee?
Smooth Coffee has a estimated lightness value of 8.0, 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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