Ref. #967B5D · 1084-6
Cocoa Pecan
21%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cocoa Pecan Technical Profile
What color is Cocoa Pecan? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #967B5D. Colors similar to Cocoa Pecan include Benjamin Moore Edgewood Rocks, MPC Etruscan Bronze Met., Valspar Mocha Syrup. Cocoa Pecan has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 21, Cocoa Pecan 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, Cocoa Pecan 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 Cocoa Pecan
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cocoa Pecan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cocoa Pecan
#967B5D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7A97D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cocoa Pecan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cocoa Pecan 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 Cocoa Pecan.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cocoa Pecan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cocoa Pecan have?
Cocoa Pecan by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Cocoa Pecan from other brands?
The closest matches are Edgewood Rocks by Benjamin Moore (#997D5E), Etruscan Bronze Met. by MPC (#957D62), Mocha Syrup by Valspar (#92785E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cocoa Pecan?
Cocoa Pecan has an LRV of 21.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Cocoa Pecan's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.