Chocolate Velvet CSP-235 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #867668, LRV 19 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wicker Basket from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #867668 · CSP-235
Chocolate Velvet
19%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Chocolate Velvet Technical Profile
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Chocolate Velvet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chocolate Velvet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreChocolate Velvet
Nearly identical
PPGWicker Basket
Wicker Basket
PPG
Nearly identical
Grizzly
Behr
Nearly identical
Woodbridge
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Foothills
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Monks Robe
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Grange Hall
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Scented Candle
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sandy Shoes
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Walnut Shell
Kilz
Very similar
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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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 sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Chocolate Velvet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chocolate Velvet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chocolate Velvet are Wicker Basket by PPG (a near-identical match), Grizzly by Behr (a near-identical match), Woodbridge by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Chocolate Velvet'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 Velvet?
Chocolate Velvet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.0, 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 Chocolate Velvet's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.