Sterling Forest 518 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #6E694F, estimated LRV 14 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Paleo from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #6E694F · 518
Sterling Forest
14%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Sterling Forest Technical Profile
HEX Code#6E694F
RGB110, 105, 79
Estimated LRV14.0
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 Familyneutral
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Paleo
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#706B51
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#6D6951
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#6F6A52
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#6F6A53
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#6E6A4C
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Colors That Work With Sterling Forest
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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
Digital 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
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Sterling Forest — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sterling Forest have?
Sterling Forest by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Sterling Forest from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sterling Forest are Paleo by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Candle Wax by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Spruce Woods by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sterling 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 Sterling Forest?
Sterling Forest has a estimated lightness value of 14.0, 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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