Chocolate Milk 8005-8E is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #928070, LRV 23 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Java ‘n Cream from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #928070 · 8005-8E
Chocolate Milk
23%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Chocolate Milk Technical Profile
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Chocolate Milk in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chocolate Milk in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparChocolate Milk
Nearly identical
Vista PaintJava ‘n Cream
Java ‘n Cream
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Hunt Club Brown
Behr
Nearly identical
Cowboy Hat
Kilz
Nearly identical
Medium Roast
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Thunderbird
PPG
Very similar
Teakwood
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Driftwood
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Seasoned Wood
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mouse's Back
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Dusty Path
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chocolate Milk
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chocolate Milk
#928070
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAC85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chocolate Milk
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chocolate Milk 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
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chocolate Milk — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chocolate Milk have?
Chocolate Milk by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Chocolate Milk in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chocolate Milk from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chocolate Milk are Java ‘n Cream by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Hunt Club Brown by Behr (a near-identical match), Blanket Brown by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Chocolate Milk'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 Milk?
Chocolate Milk has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.7, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Chocolate Milk's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.