ColorplanBenjamin Moore Chocolate Pudding (1014) is a very dark beige with a warm peach undertone and an LRV of 17. For trim, try Pink Essence (881).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Beige |
| LRV | 17.3 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #8C6D5E |
| RGB | 140, 109, 94 |
| HSL | 20°, 20%, 46% |
About Chocolate Pudding
Chocolate Pudding (1014) is a very dark beige from Benjamin Moore with a warm peach undertone. With an LRV of 17, Chocolate Pudding absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Chocolate Pudding's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for bedrooms, offices, accent walls and kitchen cabinets. It's very close to Sorrel Brown (1236); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Chocolate Pudding changes with the light
Chocolate Pudding has a strong warm undertone that balances cool north light well. In strong south or west sun it can look more golden, so check a sample at midday and in the late afternoon.
North-facing rooms
Chocolate Pudding's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Chocolate Pudding will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
In strong south light Chocolate Pudding can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Chocolate Pudding will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Chocolate Pudding in real homes
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Chocolate Pudding equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Sherwin-Williams
Closest available · ΔE 5.9
Also close: Poised Taupe (ΔE 8.8)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 6.0
Also close: Marmelo (ΔE 8.2)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 5.8
Also close: Mars Red (ΔE 9.6)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Chocolate Pudding questions
What undertone does Chocolate Pudding have?
Chocolate Pudding has a warm peach undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Chocolate Pudding's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Chocolate Pudding a light or dark color?
Chocolate Pudding has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 17.3 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 17, Chocolate Pudding absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Chocolate Pudding in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Reddened Earth SW 6053 (closest available, ΔE 5.9); Farrow & Ball: Wainscot No.55 (closest available, ΔE 6.0); Behr: Mocha Latte PPU5-04 (closest available, ΔE 5.8). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Chocolate Pudding?
Try Pink Essence (881) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Chocolate Pudding's undertone.
Where does Chocolate Pudding work best?
Chocolate Pudding works well in bedrooms, offices, accent walls and kitchen cabinets. With an LRV of 17, Chocolate Pudding absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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