Mocha Accent 720D-5 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #8E8273, LRV 23 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Desert Nomad from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8E8273 · 720D-5
Mocha Accent
23%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Mocha Accent Technical Profile
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Mocha Accent in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mocha Accent in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrMocha Accent
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsDesert Nomad
Desert Nomad
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Bear Cub
PPG
Nearly identical
Cobblestone Streets
Kilz
Nearly identical
Barnboard
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Safari Beige
Valspar
Nearly identical
Zinc Luster
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
Moonscape
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Seasoned Wood
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Greyswood
Vista Paint
Very similar
Mouse's Back
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mocha Accent
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mocha Accent
#8E8273
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mocha Accent
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mocha Accent 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 Mocha Accent.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mocha Accent — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mocha Accent have?
Mocha Accent by Behr has a neutral 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 Mocha Accent in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mocha Accent from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mocha Accent are Desert Nomad by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Road Less Traveled by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Bear Cub by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mocha Accent'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 Mocha Accent?
Mocha Accent has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.0, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mocha Accent's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.