Ref. #708D6C · DE5642
Forest Path
24%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Forest Path Technical Profile
What color is Forest Path? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #708D6C. Colors similar to Forest Path include Sherwin-Williams Inland, Benjamin Moore Palace Green, Valspar Pine Green. Forest Path has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 24, Forest Path 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, Forest Path 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 Forest Path
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Forest Path from other brands?
The closest matches are Inland by Sherwin-Williams (#6C8867), Palace Green by Benjamin Moore (#778D6F), Pine Green by Valspar (#6E8B71). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Forest Path?
Forest Path has an LRV of 23.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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.