Ref. #545C47 · MQ6-54
River Forest
10%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
River Forest Technical Profile
What color is River Forest? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #545C47. Colors similar to River Forest include MPC Aegean Green, PPG Grape Leaves, Sherwin-Williams Rookwood Dark Green. River Forest has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 10, River Forest 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, River Forest 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 River Forest
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With River Forest
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
River Forest
#545C47
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5B8056
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for River Forest
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
River 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 River Forest.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
River Forest — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does River Forest have?
River Forest by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match River Forest from other brands?
The closest matches are Aegean Green by MPC (#545C46), Grape Leaves by PPG (#576049), Rookwood Dark Green by Sherwin-Williams (#565C4A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of River Forest?
River Forest has an LRV of 10.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why River Forest's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.