Smoked Mulberry 1004-7B is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #876E71, LRV 18 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Milk Chocolate from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #876E71 · 1004-7B
Smoked Mulberry
18%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Smoked Mulberry Technical Profile
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Smoked Mulberry in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Smoked Mulberry in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSmoked Mulberry
Nearly identical
BehrMilk Chocolate
Milk Chocolate
Behr
Nearly identical
Chocolate Sparkle
PPG
Very similar
My Devoted
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mink Violet
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Patchwork Plum
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Rave Raisin
Vista Paint
Very similar
Amazing Amethyst
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Charming Violet
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Burgundy Frost
Kilz
Visible difference
Platinum Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smoked Mulberry
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smoked Mulberry
#876E71
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A98F7F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smoked Mulberry
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smoked Mulberry 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 Smoked Mulberry.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Smoked Mulberry — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smoked Mulberry have?
Smoked Mulberry by Valspar 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 Smoked Mulberry in your own space before committing.
What colors match Smoked Mulberry from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smoked Mulberry are Milk Chocolate by Behr (a near-identical match), Chocolate Delight by Behr (a very close match), Chocolate Sparkle by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Smoked Mulberry'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 Smoked Mulberry?
Smoked Mulberry has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 17.5, 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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Related Reading
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 Smoked Mulberry's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.