Valspar Hickory Chips
M247 · #69492A · LRV 7.9
Compare with other brands: Sherwin-Williams Sturdy Brown is a 97% matchHickory Chips (M247) is a deep brown from Valspar. Its LRV is about 7.9 (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 Sturdy Brown (97% match).
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LRV
7.9 · Very dark
Temperature
Warm
Code
M247
HEX
#69492A
RGB
105, 73, 42
HSL
30°, 43%, 29%
Family
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Hickory Chips FAQ
What is the LRV of Hickory Chips?
Hickory Chips has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 7.9 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 Hickory Chips in other brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Sturdy Brown (SW 6097), 97%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Sturdy Brown (HGSW6097), 97%; PPG: Leather (PPG15-14), 91%; Benjamin Moore: Charleston Brown (HC-186), 89%; Glidden: Molasses (PPG1079-7), 86%; Behr: Ancient Root (PPU4-20), 85%; Dunn-Edwards: Rich Mocha (DEA159), 81%; Farrow & Ball: Etruscan Red (No. 56), 71%. 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 Hickory Chips?
The HEX code of Hickory Chips (M247) is #69492A, RGB 105, 73, 42. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.