Ref. #6D4A3B · 2105-10
Forest Brown
9%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Forest Brown Technical Profile
What color is Forest Brown? It's a dark warm brown with the hex code #6D4A3B. Colors similar to Forest Brown include PPG Bird House Brown, Vista Paint Coffee Shop, Vista Paint Soul of the Earth. Forest Brown has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Forest Brown 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, Forest Brown 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 Forest Brown
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Forest Brown
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Forest Brown
#6D4A3B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#837B58
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Forest Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Forest Brown 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 Forest Brown.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Forest Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Forest Brown have?
Forest Brown by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Forest Brown from other brands?
The closest matches are Bird House Brown by PPG (#6C483A), Coffee Shop by Vista Paint (#704D3D), Soul of the Earth by Vista Paint (#714C3B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Forest Brown?
Forest Brown has an LRV of 8.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Forest Brown's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.