Forest Path DE5642 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #708D6C, LRV 24 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Inland from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #708D6C · DE5642
Forest Path
24%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Forest Path Technical Profile
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Forest Path in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Forest Path in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsForest Path
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsInland
Inland
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Palace Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Pine Green
Valspar
Very similar
Moss Ring
PPG
Very similar
Chic Shade
Vista Paint
Very similar
Mossed Opportunity
Behr
Very similar
Chic Shade
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Garden Patch
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Bitter Arugula
Kilz
Very similar
Calke Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Glass .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Cement Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Forest Path
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Forest Path
#708D6C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#81AB91
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Forest Path
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Forest Path 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 Path.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Forest Path — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Forest Path have?
Forest Path by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Forest Path in your own space before committing.
What colors match Forest Path from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Forest Path are Inland by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Palace Green by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Pine Green by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Forest Path'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 Path?
Forest Path has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.6, 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
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Forest Path's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.