Chocolate Almond LM230 is a gray paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #928075, LRV 23 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Carmel Mission from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #928075 · LM230
Chocolate Almond
23%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Chocolate Almond Technical Profile
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Chocolate Almond in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chocolate Almond in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzChocolate Almond
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsCarmel Mission
Carmel Mission
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Ranch Mink
PPG
Nearly identical
Soft Rabbit Brown
Valspar
Nearly identical
Dry Brown
Behr
Nearly identical
Spalding Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Java ‘n Cream
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Driftwood
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Lab Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Emerging Leaf
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Mouse's Back
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chocolate Almond
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chocolate Almond
#928075
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA885
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chocolate Almond
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chocolate Almond 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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Chocolate Almond.
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 Almond — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chocolate Almond have?
Chocolate Almond by Kilz 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 Almond in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chocolate Almond from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chocolate Almond are Carmel Mission by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Ranch Mink by PPG (a near-identical match), Soft Rabbit Brown by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Chocolate Almond'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 Almond?
Chocolate Almond has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.8, 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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