Ref. #3F5645 · N410-7
North Woods
8%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
North Woods Technical Profile
What color is North Woods? It's a dark warm neutral with the hex code #3F5645. Colors similar to North Woods include PPG Royal Hunter Green, Sherwin-Williams Isle of Pines, Kilz Alpine Valley. North Woods has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 8, North Woods 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, North Woods 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 North Woods
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With North Woods
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
North Woods
#3F5645
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#50786E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for North Woods
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
North Woods 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 North Woods.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
North Woods — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does North Woods have?
North Woods by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match North Woods from other brands?
The closest matches are Royal Hunter Green by PPG (#3F5948), Isle of Pines by Sherwin-Williams (#3D5541), Alpine Valley by Kilz (#425649). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of North Woods?
North Woods has an LRV of 8.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why North Woods's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.