Desert Shadows 750D-5 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #969B74, LRV 29 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Misted from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #969B74 · 750D-5
Desert Shadows
29%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Desert Shadows Technical Profile
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Desert Shadows in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Desert Shadows in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrDesert Shadows
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreMisted
Misted
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Jalapeño Tango
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Glass .04
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Pine Trail
PPG
Nearly identical
Aged Avocado
Vista Paint
Very similar
Garden of Paradise
Valspar
Very similar
Avocado Mask
Kilz
Very similar
French Pear
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Rookwood Jade
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Desert Sage
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Yeabridge Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Grey Beige
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Desert Shadows
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Desert Shadows
#969B74
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 Desert Shadows
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Desert Shadows 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
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Desert Shadows — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Desert Shadows have?
Desert Shadows by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Desert Shadows in your own space before committing.
What colors match Desert Shadows from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Desert Shadows are Misted by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Misted Fern by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Aventurine by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Desert Shadows'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 Shadows?
Desert Shadows has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.0, 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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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 Desert Shadows's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.