Forest Floor 1498 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #636552, estimated LRV 13 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Winning Ticket from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #636552 · 1498
Forest Floor
13%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Forest Floor Technical Profile
HEX Code#636552
RGB99, 101, 82
Estimated LRV12.6
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Forest Floor
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Forest Floor
#636552
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#708C5E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Forest Floor
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Forest Floor 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
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Forest Floor — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Forest Floor have?
Forest Floor by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Forest Floor from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Forest Floor are Winning Ticket by PPG (a close digital match), Newbury Moss by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Newbury Moss by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Forest Floor'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 Forest Floor?
Forest Floor has a estimated lightness value of 12.6, 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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