Ref. #A76C40 · 16-22
Chaparral
19%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Chaparral Technical Profile
What color is Chaparral? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #A76C40. Colors similar to Chaparral include Vista Paint Flickering Flame, MPC Cobre Copper Met., MPC Auric Copper Met.. Chaparral has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Chaparral 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, Chaparral 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 Chaparral
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chaparral
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chaparral
#A76C40
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABA76F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chaparral
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chaparral 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 Chaparral.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chaparral — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chaparral have?
Chaparral by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Chaparral from other brands?
The closest matches are Flickering Flame by Vista Paint (#A86D45), Cobre Copper Met. by MPC (#A26A41), Auric Copper Met. by MPC (#A36941). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Chaparral?
Chaparral has an LRV of 19.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Chaparral's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.