Aloe Thorn PPU10-17 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #888B74, 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.
Ref. #888B74 · PPU10-17
Aloe Thorn
25%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Aloe Thorn Technical Profile
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Aloe Thorn in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Aloe Thorn in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrAloe Thorn
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreJojoba
Jojoba
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Native Henna
Valspar
Nearly identical
Walkstone Moss
PPG
Nearly identical
Stone Grey
RAL
Very similar
Fern Gully
Vista Paint
Very similar
Treron
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Fern Gully
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Combat Boots
Kilz
Very similar
Gunsmoke
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Artichoke
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Balsam Sprig
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Glass .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Aloe Thorn
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
Pure 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
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Aloe Thorn.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Aloe Thorn in your own space before committing.
What colors match Aloe Thorn from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aloe Thorn are Jojoba by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Rolling Hills by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Vineland by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Aloe Thorn's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.