Valspar Hickory Chips
M247 · #69492A · LRV ~7.9
Closest tone in another brand: Sherwin-Williams Sturdy Brown (~97% proximity)Hickory Chips (M247) is a deep brown from Valspar, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 7.9 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest tone in another brand is Sherwin-Williams Sturdy Brown (~97% proximity).
Closest tone to Hickory Chips in other brands
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LRV (estimated)
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 estimated 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. It is an estimate from the digital HEX, not the LRV published by the brand.
What is the closest tone to Hickory Chips in other brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Sturdy Brown (SW 6097), ~97% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Sturdy Brown (HGSW6097), ~97% proximity; PPG: Leather (PPG15-14), ~91% proximity; Benjamin Moore: Charleston Brown (HC-186), ~89% proximity; Glidden: Molasses (PPG1079-7), ~86% proximity; Behr: Ancient Root (PPU4-20), ~85% proximity; Dunn-Edwards: Rich Mocha (DEA159), ~81% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Etruscan Red (No. 56), ~71% 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 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.