Forest Grove is a calming choice — works as both a whole-house neutral when lightened and a dramatic anchor when deepened to navy. At LRV 8 it reads as a deep, enveloping shade — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Because it's a fully saturated example, it lands strongest as a single accent wall or large architectural feature rather than the dominant whole-room color. Skip it in low-light north-facing rooms unless you want a deliberately cool, cocooning effect, since blue can read chilly there.
Ref. #01584C · 230-7DB
Forest Grove
8%LRV Value
Forest Grove Technical Profile
What color is Dutch Boy Forest Grove (230-7DB)? It's a dark cool blue — hex #01584C, LRV 8. The closest cross-brand equivalent to Forest Grove is RAL Opal Green — a near-identical match on the wall, with Benjamin Moore Green Bay and Benjamin Moore Marine Aqua also close. With an LRV of 8, Forest Grove creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. As a fully saturated example, it reads as a confident statement color — best deployed as a single accent wall or large architectural feature rather than a whole-room dominant. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues. Saturated colors amplify lighting effects more than muted ones: warm bulbs deepen and enrich, cool daylight sharpens and slightly cools the same hex.
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Colors Similar to Forest Grove
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Forest Grove
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Forest Grove
#01584C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#1D516F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Forest Grove
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Forest Grove 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Forest Grove.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Forest Grove — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Forest Grove from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Forest Grove are Opal Green by RAL (a near-identical match), Green Bay by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Marine Aqua by Benjamin Moore (a very close match). These are ranked with the CIEDE2000 color-difference formula, which scores how similar two colors actually look to the eye rather than matching them by name — so they're the best options for getting Forest Grove's look in a brand your local store carries. Always confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Forest Grove?
Forest Grove has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.5, 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. LRV is the most reliable guide to how light or dark a paint will read in a real room — more dependable than the swatch on your screen, which varies by monitor.
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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Forest Grove depends on the room. Here's how to choose.