Mocha Java 2004-7B is a brown paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #AB826C, LRV 26 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Minestrone from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AB826C · 2004-7B
Mocha Java
26%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Mocha Java Technical Profile
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Mocha Java in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mocha Java in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparMocha Java
Nearly identical
BehrMinestrone
Minestrone
Behr
Nearly identical
Burnt Sienna
Kilz
Nearly identical
Homestead
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Renwick Rose Beige
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Gaucho Brown
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Copper Road
PPG
Very similar
Carmel Valley
Vista Paint
Very similar
Skinny Dip
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dusty Durango
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Beige Red
RAL
Visible difference
Marmelo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Clay .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mocha Java
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mocha Java
#AB826C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA785
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mocha Java
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mocha Java 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Mocha Java.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mocha Java — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mocha Java have?
Mocha Java by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Mocha Java in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mocha Java from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mocha Java are Minestrone by Behr (a near-identical match), Burnt Sienna by Kilz (a near-identical match), Homestead by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Mocha Java'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 Mocha Java?
Mocha Java has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 25.7, 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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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 Mocha Java's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.