Mississippi Mud 710D-5 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #8D8A65, estimated LRV 25 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Yellow Grey from RAL (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #8D8A65 · 710D-5
Mississippi Mud
25%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Mississippi Mud Technical Profile
HEX Code#8D8A65
RGB141, 138, 101
Estimated LRV24.8
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 Familyneutral
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Mississippi Mud
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mississippi Mud
#8D8A65
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#96A87D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mississippi Mud
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mississippi Mud 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
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Mississippi Mud — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mississippi Mud have?
Mississippi Mud by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Mississippi Mud from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mississippi Mud are Yellow Grey by RAL (a close digital match), Alligator Pear by PPG (a close digital match), Nature's Reflection by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mississippi Mud'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 Mississippi Mud?
Mississippi Mud has a estimated lightness value of 24.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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