Ref. #796660 · 1017-6
Bold Brandy
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Bold Brandy Technical Profile
What color is Bold Brandy? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #796660. Colors similar to Bold Brandy include MPC Sparkle Bronze Met., Valspar Cocoa Berry, MPC Grecian Bronze Met.. Bold Brandy has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 14, Bold Brandy 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, Bold Brandy 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 Bold Brandy
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bold Brandy
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bold Brandy
#796660
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9E926E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bold Brandy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bold Brandy 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Bold Brandy.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bold Brandy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bold Brandy have?
Bold Brandy by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Bold Brandy from other brands?
The closest matches are Sparkle Bronze Met. by MPC (#7B665F), Cocoa Berry by Valspar (#7B6863), Grecian Bronze Met. by MPC (#7B665D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bold Brandy?
Bold Brandy has an LRV of 14.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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