Ref. #867668 · CSP-235
Chocolate Velvet
19%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Chocolate Velvet Technical Profile
What color is Chocolate Velvet? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #867668. Colors similar to Chocolate Velvet include PPG Wicker Basket, Behr Grizzly, Vista Paint Woodbridge. Chocolate Velvet has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Chocolate Velvet 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, Chocolate Velvet 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 Chocolate Velvet
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chocolate Velvet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chocolate Velvet
#867668
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7A57A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chocolate Velvet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chocolate Velvet 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Chocolate Velvet.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chocolate Velvet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chocolate Velvet have?
Chocolate Velvet by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Chocolate Velvet from other brands?
The closest matches are Wicker Basket by PPG (#847567), Grizzly by Behr (#85766A), Woodbridge by Vista Paint (#88796B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Chocolate Velvet?
Chocolate Velvet has an LRV of 19.0, 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 Chocolate Velvet's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.