Dutch Cocoa 6032 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #8C706A, LRV 18 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Eclectic Plum from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8C706A · 6032
Dutch Cocoa
18%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Dutch Cocoa Technical Profile
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Dutch Cocoa in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dutch Cocoa in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsDutch Cocoa
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsEclectic Plum
Eclectic Plum
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Elkhound
Behr
Nearly identical
Oakwood Brown
PPG
Nearly identical
Sequoia
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Sea Lion Brown
Valspar
Very similar
Mocha Café
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cluster Fig
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Fine Leather
Kilz
Very similar
Arrowhead
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sulking Room Pink
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Platinum Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dutch Cocoa
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dutch Cocoa
#8C706A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AA9C7F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dutch Cocoa
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dutch Cocoa 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Dutch Cocoa.
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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dutch Cocoa — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dutch Cocoa have?
Dutch Cocoa by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dutch Cocoa in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dutch Cocoa from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dutch Cocoa are Eclectic Plum by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Elkhound by Behr (a near-identical match), Oakwood Brown by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dutch Cocoa'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 Dutch Cocoa?
Dutch Cocoa has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 18.2, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dutch Cocoa's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.