Sofisticata PPU7-03A is a brown paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #94806C, estimated 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.
Behr · #94806C · PPU7-03A
Sofisticata
23%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Sofisticata Technical Profile
HEX Code#94806C
RGB148, 128, 108
Estimated LRV22.8
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 Familybrown
BrandBehr
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#937F6C
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#927F69
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Colors That Work With Sofisticata
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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
Digital 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
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Sofisticata — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sofisticata have?
Sofisticata by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown 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 Sofisticata from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sofisticata are Caramelized Onion by Valspar (a close digital match), Vintage Finds by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Weathered Shingle by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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