Ref. #63493E · 1073-7
Fudge
8%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Fudge Technical Profile
What color is Fudge? It's a dark warm brown with the hex code #63493E. Colors similar to Fudge include Behr Earth Chicory, Dunn-Edwards Chaps, Sherwin-Williams Fairfax Brown. Fudge has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 8, Fudge 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, Fudge 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 Fudge
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Earth Chicory
Behr
Nearly identical
Chaps
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Fairfax Brown
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Connoisseur
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Hasbrouck Brown
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Roasted Coffee
Valspar
Nearly identical
Connoisseur
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Scott Bronze Met.
MPC
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fudge
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fudge
#63493E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7F7755
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fudge
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fudge 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 Fudge.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fudge — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fudge have?
Fudge by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Fudge from other brands?
The closest matches are Earth Chicory by Behr (#644A40), Chaps by Dunn-Edwards (#644B41), Fairfax Brown by Sherwin-Williams (#61463A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Fudge?
Fudge has an LRV of 7.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Fudge's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.