Swiss Chocolate 3010-10 is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #5D5249, estimated LRV 9 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Shadow Wood from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #5D5249 · 3010-10
Swiss Chocolate
9%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Swiss Chocolate Technical Profile
HEX Code#5D5249
RGB93, 82, 73
Estimated LRV8.8
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Swiss Chocolate
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Swiss Chocolate
#5D5249
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#828057
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Swiss Chocolate
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Swiss 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
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Swiss Chocolate — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Swiss Chocolate have?
Swiss Chocolate by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Swiss Chocolate from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Swiss Chocolate are Shadow Wood by Behr (a close digital match), Cabin Fever by PPG (a close digital match), Wildwood by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Swiss 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 Swiss Chocolate?
Swiss Chocolate has a estimated lightness value of 8.8, 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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