Chocolate Cherry 8686 is a neutral paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #825757, LRV 12 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Alaea from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #825757 · 8686
Chocolate Cherry
12%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Chocolate Cherry Technical Profile
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Chocolate Cherry in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chocolate Cherry in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintChocolate Cherry
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsAlaea
Alaea
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Strawberry Shade
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Natural Copper
Behr
Nearly identical
Flowering Chestnut
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
In a Maroon Mood
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Earth Rouge
Valspar
Very similar
Love Affair
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Australian Shiraz
Kilz
Very similar
Old Burgundy
PPG
Very similar
Etruscan Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chocolate Cherry
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chocolate Cherry
#825757
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9E866E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chocolate Cherry
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chocolate Cherry 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 Vista Paint Colors
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More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chocolate Cherry — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chocolate Cherry have?
Chocolate Cherry by Vista Paint has a warm (pink) 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 Chocolate Cherry in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chocolate Cherry from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chocolate Cherry are Alaea by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Strawberry Shade by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Natural Copper by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Chocolate Cherry'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 Chocolate Cherry?
Chocolate Cherry has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.3, 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 Chocolate Cherry's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.