Bold Brandy 1017-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #796660, LRV 14 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cocoa Berry from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #796660 · 1017-6
Bold Brandy
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Bold Brandy Technical Profile
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Bold Brandy in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bold Brandy in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGBold Brandy
Nearly identical
ValsparCocoa Berry
Cocoa Berry
Valspar
Nearly identical
Archwood
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Oakwood Brown
Behr
Nearly identical
Triple Chocolate Mousse
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Less Brown
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Ranch House
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Toasted Taupe
Vista Paint
Very similar
Chocolate Torte
Kilz
Very similar
Mink Violet
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pale Brown
RAL
Visible difference
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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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 sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Bold Brandy in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bold Brandy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bold Brandy are Cocoa Berry by Valspar (a near-identical match), Archwood by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Gridlock by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bold Brandy'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 Bold Brandy?
Bold Brandy has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.4, 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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