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Sterling Forest
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sterling Forest Technical Profile
What color is Sterling Forest? It's a deep warm neutral with the hex code #6E694F. Colors similar to Sterling Forest include Vista Paint Candle Wax, Dunn-Edwards Spruce Woods, Hirshfield's Candle Wax. Sterling Forest has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 14, Sterling Forest 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, Sterling Forest 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 Sterling Forest
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sterling Forest
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sterling Forest
#6E694F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#809060
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sterling Forest
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sterling 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 Sterling Forest.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sterling Forest — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sterling Forest have?
Sterling Forest by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Sterling Forest from other brands?
The closest matches are Candle Wax by Vista Paint (#6D6951), Spruce Woods by Dunn-Edwards (#6F6A52), Candle Wax by Hirshfield's (#6F6A53). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sterling Forest?
Sterling Forest has an LRV of 14.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sterling Forest's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.