Chocolate Torte LM190 is a gray paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #715F58, LRV 12 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mohawk Valley from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #715F58 · LM190
Chocolate Torte
12%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Chocolate Torte Technical Profile
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Chocolate Torte in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chocolate Torte in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzChocolate Torte
Nearly identical
Vista PaintMohawk Valley
Mohawk Valley
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Missing Link
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Poppy Pods
PPG
Nearly identical
Boston Legacy
Valspar
Very similar
Gridlock
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Bistro
Behr
Very similar
Wooden Nutmeg
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Velvet
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Browse Brown
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Pale Brown
RAL
Visible difference
Clay .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chocolate Torte
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chocolate Torte
#715F58
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#978C65
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chocolate Torte
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chocolate Torte 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 Torte.
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 Torte — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chocolate Torte have?
Chocolate Torte 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 Torte in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chocolate Torte from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chocolate Torte are Mohawk Valley by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Missing Link by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Poppy Pods by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Chocolate Torte'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 Torte?
Chocolate Torte has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.4, 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 Torte's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.