Deep Forest BXC-12 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #304230, estimated 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.
Behr · #304230 · BXC-12
Deep Forest
5%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Deep Forest Technical Profile
HEX Code#304230
RGB48, 66, 48
Estimated LRV4.7
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 Deep Forest
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
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 estimated lightness value 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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Why Deep Forest's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.