Dark Chocolate D-6782 is a neutral paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #392A27, 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.
Ref. #392A27 · D-6782
Dark Chocolate
3%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dark Chocolate Technical Profile
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Dark Chocolate in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dark Chocolate in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyDark Chocolate
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreWenge
Wenge
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Noblesse Oblige
Valspar
Very similar
Black Bean
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Chocolate Brown
RAL
Very similar
Cordovan Leather
Behr
Very similar
Spice Brown
Kilz
Very similar
Wrightsford
Vista Paint
Very similar
Film Noir
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Bistre Pigment
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Ranch House Brown
PPG
Visible difference
Pitch Black
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Chocolate
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
Pure 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
Similar Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Dark Chocolate.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dark Chocolate in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dark Chocolate from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Chocolate are Wenge by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Dark Chocolate's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.