Ref. #6F5A43 · N240-7
Joshua Tree
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Joshua Tree Technical Profile
What color is Joshua Tree? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #6F5A43. Colors similar to Joshua Tree include Vista Paint Alpha Male, Hirshfield's Alpha Male, Dunn-Edwards Log Cabin. Joshua Tree has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 14, Joshua Tree creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Joshua Tree pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Joshua Tree
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Joshua Tree
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Joshua Tree
#6F5A43
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#88895C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Joshua Tree
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Joshua Tree 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 Joshua Tree.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Joshua Tree — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Joshua Tree have?
Joshua Tree by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Joshua Tree from other brands?
The closest matches are Alpha Male by Vista Paint (#705942), Alpha Male by Hirshfield's (#715A45), Log Cabin by Dunn-Edwards (#705A46). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Joshua Tree?
Joshua Tree has an LRV of 14.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Joshua Tree's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.