Ref. #88BB95 · DE5669
Forest Frolic
43%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Forest Frolic Technical Profile
What color is Forest Frolic? It's a medium cool green with the hex code #88BB95. Colors similar to Forest Frolic include Valspar Green-Eyed Lady, Behr Country Weekend, Behr Forest Path. Forest Frolic has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 43 gives Forest Frolic depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight.
Colors Similar to Forest Frolic
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Forest Frolic
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Forest Frolic
#88BB95
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADA3
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Forest Frolic
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Forest Frolic 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Forest Frolic.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Forest Frolic — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Forest Frolic have?
Forest Frolic by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Forest Frolic from other brands?
The closest matches are Green-Eyed Lady by Valspar (#8ABA97), Country Weekend by Behr (#83BD95), Forest Path by Behr (#8AB68F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Forest Frolic?
Forest Frolic has an LRV of 42.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
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