Mocha Accent 720D-5 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #8E8273, estimated 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.
Behr · #8E8273 · 720D-5
Mocha Accent
23%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Mocha Accent Technical Profile
HEX Code#8E8273
RGB142, 130, 115
Estimated LRV23.0
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familygray
BrandBehr
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Desert Nomad
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#918373
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Bear Cub
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#8E8475
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Cobblestone Streets
Kilz
#8F8275
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Barnboard
Benjamin Moore
#8C8375
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Safari Beige
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#8A7E70
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Zinc Luster
Sherwin-Williams
#8C8373
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Colors That Work With Mocha Accent
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Mocha Accent from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mocha Accent are Desert Nomad by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Road Less Traveled by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Bear Cub by PPG (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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