Ref. #D8E4DA · N380-1
Mortar
67%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Mortar Technical Profile
What color is Mortar? It's a light warm off-white with the hex code #D8E4DA. Colors similar to Mortar include Sherwin-Williams Green Trance, Benjamin Moore North Shore Green, Sherwin-Williams Fleeting Green. Mortar has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 67, Mortar sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Mortar 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 Mortar
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Green Trance
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
North Shore Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Blowing Bubbles
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cactus Blossom
PPG
Nearly identical
Dream Catcher
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Green Mirror
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Creamy Mint
Kilz
Nearly identical
Breakwaters
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mortar
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mortar
#D8E4DA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADA0
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mortar
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mortar 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 Mortar.
More off-white colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the off-white family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mortar — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mortar have?
Mortar by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the off-white color family.
What colors match Mortar from other brands?
The closest matches are Green Trance by Sherwin-Williams (#D7E4DB), North Shore Green by Benjamin Moore (#D6E1D6), Fleeting Green by Sherwin-Williams (#D8E2D8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Mortar?
Mortar has an LRV of 67.0, 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 Mortar's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.