Smoky Forest DE6244 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #817D68, LRV 20 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Knotweed from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #817D68 · DE6244
Smoky Forest
20%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Smoky Forest Technical Profile
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Smoky Forest in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Smoky Forest in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsSmoky Forest
Nearly identical
BehrKnotweed
Knotweed
Behr
Nearly identical
Sussex Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Silver Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Ironclad
Valspar
Nearly identical
Autumn Gray
PPG
Nearly identical
Pettingill Sage
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Pettingill Sage
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Country Tweed
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Combat Boots
Kilz
Very similar
Dibber
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Cement Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smoky Forest
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smoky Forest
#817D68
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#95A577
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smoky Forest
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smoky 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Smoky Forest.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Smoky Forest — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smoky Forest have?
Smoky Forest by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral 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 Smoky Forest in your own space before committing.
What colors match Smoky Forest from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smoky Forest are Knotweed by Behr (a near-identical match), Sussex Green by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Silver Gray by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Smoky 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 Smoky Forest?
Smoky Forest has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.3, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Smoky Forest's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.