Ref. #256461 · MQ6-5
Verdant Forest
10%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Verdant Forest Technical Profile
What color is Verdant Forest? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #256461. Colors similar to Verdant Forest include MPC Piscine Green, Sherwin-Williams Green Bay, MPC Aquarious Green. Verdant Forest has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 10, Verdant Forest creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Verdant Forest
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Verdant Forest
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Verdant Forest
#256461
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#446078
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Verdant Forest
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Verdant 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 Verdant Forest.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Verdant Forest — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Verdant Forest have?
Verdant Forest by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Verdant Forest from other brands?
The closest matches are Piscine Green by MPC (#1A6663), Green Bay by Sherwin-Williams (#2E6864), Aquarious Green by MPC (#1E615B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Verdant Forest?
Verdant Forest has an LRV of 10.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Verdant Forest's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.