Ref. #816462 · 1005-9B
Berry Brandy
15%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Berry Brandy Technical Profile
What color is Berry Brandy? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #816462. Colors similar to Berry Brandy include MPC Pumpernickle, Dunn-Edwards Amazing Amethyst, Benjamin Moore Mink Violet. Berry Brandy has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 15, Berry Brandy 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, Berry Brandy 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 Berry Brandy
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Berry Brandy
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Berry Brandy
#816462
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A28E74
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Berry Brandy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Berry Brandy 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Berry Brandy.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Berry Brandy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Berry Brandy have?
Berry Brandy by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Berry Brandy from other brands?
The closest matches are Pumpernickle by MPC (#7D6461), Amazing Amethyst by Dunn-Edwards (#806568), Mink Violet by Benjamin Moore (#806969). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Berry Brandy?
Berry Brandy has an LRV of 14.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Berry Brandy's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.