Ref. #797B5A · 740D-6
Mountain Elk
19%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Mountain Elk Technical Profile
What color is Mountain Elk? It's a deep warm neutral with the hex code #797B5A. Colors similar to Mountain Elk include Dunn-Edwards Bonsai, Valspar Candied Lime, MPC Bay Laurel. Mountain Elk has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Mountain Elk 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, Mountain Elk 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 Mountain Elk
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Mountain Elk from other brands?
The closest matches are Bonsai by Dunn-Edwards (#787B54), Candied Lime by Valspar (#7E7F5A), Bay Laurel by MPC (#7E7D5F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Mountain Elk?
Mountain Elk has an LRV of 19.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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.