Desert Moss 360F-5 is a yellow paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B9A64B, LRV 38 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rain Slicker from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B9A64B · 360F-5
Desert Moss
38%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Desert Moss Technical Profile
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Desert Moss in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Desert Moss in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrDesert Moss
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sRain Slicker
Rain Slicker
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Rain Slicker
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Lemon Curry
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
City Chartreuse
Valspar
Nearly identical
Spice Market
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Fresh Avocado
Kilz
Very similar
Ochre Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Woolen Mittens
PPG
Very similar
Hep Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Hidden Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Beeswax .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Desert Moss
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Desert Moss
#B9A64B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2B47E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Desert Moss
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Desert Moss 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 Desert Moss.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Desert Moss — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Desert Moss have?
Desert Moss by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Desert Moss in your own space before committing.
What colors match Desert Moss from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Desert Moss are Rain Slicker by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Rain Slicker by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Lemon Curry by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Desert Moss'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 Desert Moss?
Desert Moss has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.1, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Desert Moss's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.