Chocolate Truffle 2096-20 is a brown paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #795340, estimated LRV 11 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Brownstone from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #795340 · 2096-20
Chocolate Truffle
11%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Chocolate Truffle Technical Profile
HEX Code#795340
RGB121, 83, 64
Estimated LRV10.6
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Chocolate Truffle
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chocolate Truffle
#795340
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8E865E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chocolate Truffle
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chocolate Truffle 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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Chocolate Truffle — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chocolate Truffle have?
Chocolate Truffle by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) 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 Chocolate Truffle from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chocolate Truffle are Brownstone by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Wild Stallion by Behr (a close digital match), Yule Log by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Chocolate Truffle'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 Chocolate Truffle?
Chocolate Truffle has a estimated lightness value of 10.6, 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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