Ref. #66575D · 1001-7A
Sweet Currant
10%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Sweet Currant Technical Profile
What color is Sweet Currant? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #66575D. Colors similar to Sweet Currant include Kilz Roasted Beet, Sherwin-Williams Expressive Plum, PPG Pinot Noir. Sweet Currant has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 10, Sweet Currant 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, Sweet Currant 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 Sweet Currant
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sweet Currant
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sweet Currant
#66575D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#906560
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sweet Currant
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sweet Currant 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 Sweet Currant.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sweet Currant — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sweet Currant have?
Sweet Currant by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Sweet Currant from other brands?
The closest matches are Roasted Beet by Kilz (#685860), Expressive Plum by Sherwin-Williams (#695C62), Pinot Noir by PPG (#605258). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sweet Currant?
Sweet Currant has an LRV of 10.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sweet Currant's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.