Ref. #493433 · S-G-780
Spiceberry
8%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Spiceberry Technical Profile
What color is Spiceberry? It's a dark warm neutral with the hex code #493433. Colors similar to Spiceberry include Benjamin Moore Caponata, RAL Chocolate Brown, Valspar Christmas Pudding. Spiceberry has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 8, Spiceberry 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, Spiceberry 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 Spiceberry
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Spiceberry
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Spiceberry
#493433
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#695946
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Spiceberry
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Spiceberry 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 Spiceberry.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Spiceberry — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Spiceberry have?
Spiceberry by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Spiceberry from other brands?
The closest matches are Caponata by Benjamin Moore (#463234), Chocolate Brown by RAL (#45322E), Christmas Pudding by Valspar (#4A3A39). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Spiceberry?
Spiceberry has an LRV of 8.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Spiceberry's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.