Soul Chocolate 2011-9 is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #6A4F48, LRV 9 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fresh Brew from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6A4F48 · 2011-9
Soul Chocolate
9%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Soul Chocolate Technical Profile
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Soul Chocolate in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Soul Chocolate in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSoul Chocolate
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreFresh Brew
Fresh Brew
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Spanish Chestnut
Behr
Nearly identical
Cold Brew
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Tonka Bean
Kilz
Very similar
Spiced Wine
PPG
Very similar
Connoisseur
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Powderhorn Manor
Vista Paint
Very similar
Plantation Shutters
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
County Road
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Etruscan Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Chestnut Brown
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Soul Chocolate
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Soul Chocolate
#6A4F48
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#897C5C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Soul Chocolate
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Soul 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 Soul Chocolate.
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Soul Chocolate — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Soul Chocolate have?
Soul Chocolate by Valspar has a warm (golden) 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 Soul Chocolate in your own space before committing.
What colors match Soul Chocolate from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Soul Chocolate are Fresh Brew by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Spanish Chestnut by Behr (a near-identical match), Cold Brew by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Soul 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 Soul Chocolate?
Soul Chocolate has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.1, 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
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 Soul Chocolate's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.