Mountain Elk 740D-6 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #797B5A, estimated 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.
Behr · #797B5A · 740D-6
Mountain Elk
19%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Mountain Elk Technical Profile
HEX Code#797B5A
RGB121, 123, 90
Estimated LRV19.0
UndertoneCool (Green)
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 Familyneutral
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Mountain Elk
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Mountain Elk from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mountain Elk are Bonsai by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Candied Lime by Valspar (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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