Forest Moss 2146-20 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #9B993E, LRV 28 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Be Yourself from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9B993E · 2146-20
Forest Moss
28%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Forest Moss Technical Profile
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Forest Moss in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Forest Moss in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreForest Moss
Nearly identical
PPGBe Yourself
Be Yourself
PPG
Nearly identical
National Forest
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Mossy Rock
Behr
Nearly identical
Luau Green
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Lazy Lizard
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Better Lime
Kilz
Very similar
Crushed Oregano
Valspar
Very similar
Olive Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Glib Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Rain Boots
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Leaf .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Forest Moss
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Forest Moss
#9B993E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#87A567
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Forest Moss
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Forest Moss 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 Moss.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Forest Moss — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Forest Moss have?
Forest Moss by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Forest Moss in your own space before committing.
What colors match Forest Moss from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Forest Moss are Be Yourself by PPG (a near-identical match), National Forest by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Mossy Rock by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Forest Moss'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 Moss?
Forest Moss has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 27.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Forest Moss's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.