Chocolate Brown 8017 is a red paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #45322E, LRV 4 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spiceberry from Behr (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #45322E · 8017
Chocolate Brown
4%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Chocolate Brown Technical Profile
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Chocolate Brown in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chocolate Brown in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
RALChocolate Brown
Very similar
BehrSpiceberry
Spiceberry
Behr
Very similar
Wenge
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Black Bean
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Wrightsford
Vista Paint
Very similar
Christmas Pudding
Valspar
Very similar
Dark Chocolate
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Film Noir
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Ranch House Brown
PPG
Visible difference
Cassel Earth
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Burnt Clay
Kilz
Visible difference
Nourish .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chocolate Brown
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chocolate Brown
#45322E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#645942
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chocolate Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chocolate Brown 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 RAL Colors
Other RAL colors close to Chocolate Brown.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chocolate Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chocolate Brown have?
Chocolate Brown by RAL has a neutral undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Chocolate Brown in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chocolate Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chocolate Brown are Spiceberry by Behr (a very close match), Cordovan Leather by Behr (a very close match), Chocolate Therapy by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Chocolate Brown'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 Chocolate Brown?
Chocolate Brown has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 3.7, 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 Chocolate Brown's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.