Backwoods 469 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #596352, LRV 12 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lakeside Pine from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #596352 · 469
Backwoods
12%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Backwoods Technical Profile
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Backwoods in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Backwoods in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreBackwoods
Nearly identical
BehrLakeside Pine
Lakeside Pine
Behr
Nearly identical
Treeline
Valspar
Nearly identical
Italian Basil
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Newbury Moss
Vista Paint
Very similar
Grape Leaves
PPG
Very similar
Rookwood Dark Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Newbury Moss
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Preserved Moss
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Beverly
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Yew Hedge
Kilz
Very similar
Green Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Backwoods
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Backwoods
#596352
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5D8B61
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Backwoods
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Backwoods 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Backwoods.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Backwoods — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Backwoods have?
Backwoods by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Backwoods in your own space before committing.
What colors match Backwoods from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Backwoods are Lakeside Pine by Behr (a near-identical match), Pine Cone Pass by Behr (a near-identical match), Treeline by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Backwoods'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 Backwoods?
Backwoods has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.7, 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 Backwoods's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.