Molasses 1079-7 is a brown paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #74563D, estimated LRV 11 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Chocolate Caliente from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #74563D · 1079-7
Molasses
11%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Molasses Technical Profile
HEX Code#74563D
RGB116, 86, 61
Estimated LRV10.7
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familybrown
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Molasses
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Molasses
#74563D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#89875B
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Molasses
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Molasses 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
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Molasses — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Molasses have?
Molasses by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Molasses from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Molasses are Chocolate Caliente by Behr (a close digital match), Hot Chocolate by Behr (a close digital match), Ancient Root by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Molasses'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 Molasses?
Molasses has a estimated lightness value of 10.7, 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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