Milk Chocolate 2007-9B is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #917E6D, LRV 22 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. #917E6D · 2007-9B
Milk Chocolate
22%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Milk Chocolate Technical Profile
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Milk Chocolate in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Milk Chocolate in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparMilk Chocolate
Nearly identical
Vista PaintJava ‘n Cream
Java ‘n Cream
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sofisticata
Behr
Nearly identical
Medium Roast
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Thunderbird
PPG
Nearly identical
Teakwood
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Cowboy Hat
Kilz
Very similar
Davenport Tan
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Elm Wood
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Dusty Path
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Mouse's Back
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Milk Chocolate
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Milk Chocolate
#917E6D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAC84
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Milk Chocolate
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Milk Chocolate 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 Milk Chocolate.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Milk Chocolate — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Milk Chocolate have?
Milk Chocolate by Valspar has a neutral 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 Milk Chocolate in your own space before committing.
What colors match Milk Chocolate from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Milk Chocolate are Java ‘n Cream by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Sofisticata by Behr (a near-identical match), Medium Roast by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Milk Chocolate'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 Milk Chocolate?
Milk Chocolate has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.0, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Milk Chocolate's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.