Ref. #745342 · DEA159
Rich Mocha
10%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Rich Mocha Technical Profile
What color is Rich Mocha? It's a dark warm brown with the hex code #745342. Colors similar to Rich Mocha include Sherwin-Williams Brevity Brown, Hirshfield's Brownstone, Vista Paint Brownstone. Rich Mocha has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 10, Rich Mocha 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, Rich Mocha 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 Rich Mocha
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rich Mocha
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rich Mocha
#745342
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8C845D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rich Mocha
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rich Mocha 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Rich Mocha.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rich Mocha — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rich Mocha have?
Rich Mocha by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Rich Mocha from other brands?
The closest matches are Brevity Brown by Sherwin-Williams (#715243), Brownstone by Hirshfield's (#785441), Brownstone by Vista Paint (#775745). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Rich Mocha?
Rich Mocha has an LRV of 10.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Rich Mocha's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.