Behr Sweet Molasses PPU5-20: Matches in 8 Brands + LRV 6

Sweet Molasses (PPU5-20) is a deep brown from Behr with a subtle peach undertone. Its LRV is about 5.8 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest match in another brand is Dunn-Edwards Cordovan Brown (99% match).

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LRV

5.8 · Very dark

Undertone

Peach · subtle

Temperature

Warm

Code

PPU5-20

HEX

#4B423F

RGB

75, 66, 63

HSL

15°, 9%, 27%

Family

Browns

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Sweet Molasses FAQ

What undertone does Sweet Molasses have?

Sweet Molasses is a deep brown with a subtle peach undertone. Its color temperature is warm. This is estimated from the digital color values; north-facing light pulls undertones cooler and warm bulbs pull them warmer, so check a real sample on your wall.

What is the LRV of Sweet Molasses?

Sweet Molasses has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 5.8 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting.

What is the closest match to Sweet Molasses in other brands?

Dunn-Edwards: Cordovan Brown (DESS49), 99%; Benjamin Moore: Tucker Chocolate (CW-175), 98%; PPG: Phantom Mist (PPG1002-7), 98%; Glidden: Phantom Mist (PPG1002-7), 98%; Sherwin-Williams: Sealskin (SW 7675), 95%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Sealskin (HGSW7675), 95%; Valspar: Moon Rock (T501), 95%; Farrow & Ball: Tanner's Brown (No. 255), 92%. Matches are estimated from digital color values and are not official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of Sweet Molasses?

The HEX code of Sweet Molasses (PPU5-20) is #4B423F, RGB 75, 66, 63. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.