Molasses 1079-7 is a brown paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #74563D, 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.
Ref. #74563D · 1079-7
Molasses
11%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Molasses Technical Profile
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Molasses in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Molasses in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGMolasses
Nearly identical
BehrChocolate Caliente
Chocolate Caliente
Behr
Nearly identical
Kona
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Saddle Up
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Latte Please
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Olde Metal
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pearl Gold
RAL
Very similar
Dark Earth
Valspar
Very similar
Alpha Male
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Moderne Class
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Yule Log
Kilz
Very similar
Clay .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Molasses
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Molasses.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Molasses — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Molasses have?
Molasses by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Molasses in your own space before committing.
What colors match Molasses from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Molasses are Chocolate Caliente by Behr (a near-identical match), Hot Chocolate by Behr (a near-identical match), Ancient Root by Behr (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Molasses's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.