Ref. #6E5043 · PPU3-19
Moroccan Henna
10%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Moroccan Henna Technical Profile
What color is Moroccan Henna? It's a dark warm brown with the hex code #6E5043. Colors similar to Moroccan Henna include Benjamin Moore Auberge, PPG Bigfoot, Sherwin-Williams Brevity Brown. Moroccan Henna has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 10, Moroccan Henna 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, Moroccan Henna 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 Moroccan Henna
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Moroccan Henna
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Moroccan Henna
#6E5043
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#89805B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Moroccan Henna
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Moroccan Henna 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 Moroccan Henna.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Moroccan Henna — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Moroccan Henna have?
Moroccan Henna by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Moroccan Henna from other brands?
The closest matches are Auberge by Benjamin Moore (#6E4F40), Bigfoot by PPG (#715145), Brevity Brown by Sherwin-Williams (#715243). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Moroccan Henna?
Moroccan Henna has an LRV of 9.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Moroccan Henna's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.