Deep Forest BXC-12 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #304230, LRV 5 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Moss Green from RAL (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #304230 · BXC-12
Deep Forest
5%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Deep Forest Technical Profile
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Deep Forest in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Deep Forest in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrDeep Forest
Very similar
RALMoss Green
Moss Green
RAL
Very similar
Dard Hunter Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Baked Spinach
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pine Forest
PPG
Visible difference
Hunter Green
Benjamin Moore
Visible difference
Clover Patch
Vista Paint
Visible difference
Alpine Valley
Kilz
Visible difference
Clover Patch
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Moss Cottage
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Aged Pine
Valspar
Visible difference
Beverly
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Deep Forest
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Deep Forest
#304230
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#426353
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Deep Forest
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Deep Forest 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 Deep Forest.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Deep Forest — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Deep Forest have?
Deep Forest 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 Deep Forest in your own space before committing.
What colors match Deep Forest from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Deep Forest are Moss Green by RAL (a very close match), Chrome Green by RAL (a very close match), Dard Hunter Green by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Deep Forest'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 Deep Forest?
Deep Forest has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 4.7, 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 Deep Forest's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.