Modern Mocha N150-4 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #947F78, LRV 25 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Carmel Mission from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #947F78 · N150-4
Modern Mocha
25%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Modern Mocha Technical Profile
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Modern Mocha in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Modern Mocha in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrModern Mocha
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsCarmel Mission
Carmel Mission
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cinnamon Toast
PPG
Very similar
Soft Rabbit Brown
Valspar
Very similar
Smoked Oyster
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Utopia
Vista Paint
Very similar
Chocolate Almond
Kilz
Very similar
Poised Taupe
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Lab Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Emerging Leaf
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sulking Room Pink
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Modern Mocha
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Modern Mocha
#947F78
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA385
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Modern Mocha
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Modern Mocha 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 Modern Mocha.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Modern Mocha — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Modern Mocha have?
Modern Mocha 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 Modern Mocha in your own space before committing.
What colors match Modern Mocha from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Modern Mocha are Carmel Mission by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Porcupine Needles by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Cinnamon Toast by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Modern Mocha'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 Modern Mocha?
Modern Mocha has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 25.0, 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 Modern Mocha's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.