Sherwood Forest 2048-10 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #014F4B, LRV 6 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Peacock from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #014F4B · 2048-10
Sherwood Forest
6%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sherwood Forest Technical Profile
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Sherwood Forest in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sherwood Forest in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreSherwood Forest
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsBlue Peacock
Blue Peacock
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Country Meadow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Moonlit Pool
Behr
Very similar
Forest Grove
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Midsummer Night
Valspar
Visible difference
Deep Pine
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Cute Pixie
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Opal Green
RAL
Visible difference
Empress Teal
PPG
Visible difference
Deep Spruce
Kilz
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sherwood Forest
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sherwood Forest
#014F4B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#1B4568
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sherwood Forest
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sherwood 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Sherwood 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.
Sherwood Forest — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sherwood Forest have?
Sherwood Forest by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sherwood Forest in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sherwood Forest from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sherwood Forest are Blue Peacock by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Cape Verde by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Country Meadow by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Sherwood Forest'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 Sherwood Forest?
Sherwood Forest has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.1, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sherwood Forest's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.