Sofisticata PPU7-03A is a brown paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #94806C, LRV 23 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Caramelized Onion from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #94806C · PPU7-03A
Sofisticata
23%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sofisticata Technical Profile
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Sofisticata in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sofisticata in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSofisticata
Nearly identical
ValsparCaramelized Onion
Caramelized Onion
Valspar
Nearly identical
Vintage Finds
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Weathered Shingle
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Leather Pouch
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Chocolate Moment
PPG
Very similar
Taupe Fedora
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Java ‘n Cream
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cowboy Hat
Kilz
Very similar
Dusty Path
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Mouse's Back
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sofisticata
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sofisticata
#94806C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sofisticata
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sofisticata 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 Sofisticata.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sofisticata — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sofisticata have?
Sofisticata by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sofisticata in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sofisticata from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sofisticata are Caramelized Onion by Valspar (a near-identical match), Vintage Finds by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Weathered Shingle by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sofisticata'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 Sofisticata?
Sofisticata has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.8, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sofisticata's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.