Dark Chocolate D-6782 is a neutral paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #392A27, estimated LRV 3 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wenge from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #392A27 · D-6782
Dark Chocolate
3%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Dark Chocolate Technical Profile
HEX Code#392A27
RGB57, 42, 39
Estimated LRV2.7
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familyneutral
BrandDutch Boy
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Colors That Work With Dark Chocolate
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Chocolate
#392A27
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#584E3B
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Chocolate
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark Chocolate 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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Dark Chocolate — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Chocolate have?
Dark Chocolate by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Dark Chocolate from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Chocolate are Wenge by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Noblesse Oblige by Valspar (a very close match), Black Bean by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Dark Chocolate'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 Dark Chocolate?
Dark Chocolate has a estimated lightness value of 2.7, 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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