Shortgrass Prairie 760D-5 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #979E76, estimated LRV 30 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Jalapeño Tango from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #979E76 · 760D-5
Shortgrass Prairie
30%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Shortgrass Prairie Technical Profile
HEX Code#979E76
RGB151, 158, 118
Estimated LRV30.0
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 Shortgrass Prairie
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shortgrass Prairie
#979E76
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#92AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shortgrass Prairie
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shortgrass Prairie 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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Shortgrass Prairie — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shortgrass Prairie have?
Shortgrass Prairie 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 Shortgrass Prairie from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shortgrass Prairie are Jalapeño Tango by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Aventurine by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Misted by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Shortgrass Prairie'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 Shortgrass Prairie?
Shortgrass Prairie has a estimated lightness value of 30.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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