Aloe Thorn PPU10-17 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #888B74, estimated LRV 25 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Jojoba from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #888B74 · PPU10-17
Aloe Thorn
25%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Aloe Thorn Technical Profile
HEX Code#888B74
RGB136, 139, 116
Estimated LRV25.0
UndertoneCool (Green)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Aloe Thorn
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aloe Thorn
#888B74
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#94AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Aloe Thorn
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aloe Thorn Room Palettes
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Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
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Aloe Thorn — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aloe Thorn have?
Aloe Thorn by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Aloe Thorn from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aloe Thorn are Jojoba by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Rolling Hills by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Vineland by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Aloe Thorn's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Aloe Thorn?
Aloe Thorn has a estimated lightness value of 25.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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