Chestnut (PPG15-23) is a deep brown from PPG. Its LRV is about 2.6 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest match in another brand is Sherwin-Williams French Roast (75% match).

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LRV

2.6 · Very dark

Temperature

Warm

Code

PPG15-23

HEX

#462406

RGB

70, 36, 6

HSL

28°, 84%, 15%

Family

Browns

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Chestnut FAQ

What is the LRV of Chestnut?

Chestnut has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 2.6 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 Chestnut in other brands?

Sherwin-Williams: French Roast (SW 6069), 75%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: French Roast (HGSW6069), 75%; Valspar: Brown Hen (M122), 73%; Benjamin Moore: Charlton Brown (CW-265), 70%; Glidden: Warm Mahogany (PPG1060-7), 64%; Dunn-Edwards: Sunken Ship (DEA148), 60%; Behr: Brown Velvet (N160-7), 58%; Farrow & Ball: Etruscan Red (No. 56), 51%. 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 Chestnut?

The HEX code of Chestnut (PPG15-23) is #462406, RGB 70, 36, 6. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.