Forestlawn 228-7DB is a neutral paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #3D5541, LRV 8 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Isle of Pines from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #3D5541 · 228-7DB
Forestlawn
8%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Forestlawn Technical Profile
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Forestlawn in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Forestlawn in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyForestlawn
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsIsle of Pines
Isle of Pines
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
North Woods
Behr
Nearly identical
Royal Hunter Green
PPG
Nearly identical
Alpine Valley
Kilz
Very similar
Colonial Verdigris
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Beverly
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Greener Pastures
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Country Meadow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Wilderness
Valspar
Very similar
Amish Green
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pine Green
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Forestlawn
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Forestlawn
#3D5541
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4F7669
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Forestlawn
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Forestlawn 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 Forestlawn.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Forestlawn — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Forestlawn have?
Forestlawn by Dutch Boy has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Forestlawn in your own space before committing.
What colors match Forestlawn from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Forestlawn are Isle of Pines by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), North Woods by Behr (a near-identical match), Evergreens by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Forestlawn'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 Forestlawn?
Forestlawn has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.9, 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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Related Reading
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 Forestlawn's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.