Mountain Elk 740D-6 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #797B5A, LRV 19 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bonsai from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #797B5A · 740D-6
Mountain Elk
19%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Mountain Elk Technical Profile
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Mountain Elk in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mountain Elk in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrMountain Elk
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsBonsai
Bonsai
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Candied Lime
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cavern Moss
Kilz
Very similar
Taffeta Sheen
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Ferned Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
European Olive
PPG
Very similar
Oak Grove
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Olive Grey
RAL
Very similar
Taffeta Sheen
Vista Paint
Very similar
Artichoke
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sap Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Glass .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mountain Elk
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mountain Elk
#797B5A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#819D6B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mountain Elk
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mountain Elk 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 Mountain Elk.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mountain Elk — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mountain Elk have?
Mountain Elk by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Mountain Elk in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mountain Elk from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mountain Elk are Bonsai by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Candied Lime by Valspar (a near-identical match), Jungle Thicket by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Mountain Elk'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 Mountain Elk?
Mountain Elk has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.0, 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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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 Mountain Elk's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.