Behr Sweet Molasses
PPU5-20 · #4B423F · LRV ~5.8
Closest tone in another brand: Dunn-Edwards Cordovan Brown (~99% proximity)Sweet Molasses (PPU5-20) is a deep brown from Behr with a subtle peach undertone, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 5.8 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest tone in another brand is Dunn-Edwards Cordovan Brown (~99% proximity).
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LRV (estimated)
5.8 · Very dark
Undertone (estimated)
Peach · subtle
Temperature
Warm
Code
PPU5-20
HEX
#4B423F
RGB
75, 66, 63
HSL
15°, 9%, 27%
Family
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Sweet Molasses FAQ
What undertone does Sweet Molasses have?
Sweet Molasses is a deep brown with a subtle peach undertone, in this site’s digital reading. 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 estimated 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. It is an estimate from the digital HEX, not the LRV published by the brand.
What is the closest tone to Sweet Molasses in other brands?
Dunn-Edwards: Cordovan Brown (DESS49), ~99% proximity; Benjamin Moore: Tucker Chocolate (CW-175), ~98% proximity; PPG: Phantom Mist (PPG1002-7), ~98% proximity; Glidden: Phantom Mist (PPG1002-7), ~98% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Sealskin (SW 7675), ~95% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Sealskin (HGSW7675), ~95% proximity; Valspar: Moon Rock (T501), ~95% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Tanner's Brown (No. 255), ~92% proximity. These are estimates of digital closeness on screen, not proven physical equivalence or 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.