Forestwood 415-6DB is a brown paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #937B5E, LRV 21 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cocoa Pecan from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #937B5E · 415-6DB
Forestwood
21%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Forestwood Technical Profile
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Forestwood in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Forestwood in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyForestwood
Nearly identical
PPGCocoa Pecan
Cocoa Pecan
PPG
Nearly identical
Edgewood Rocks
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Dapper Tan
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Mocha Syrup
Valspar
Nearly identical
Palomino
Vista Paint
Very similar
Carved Wood
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Safari Brown
Behr
Very similar
Wooly Thyme
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Gingerbread
Kilz
Very similar
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Forestwood
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Forestwood
#937B5E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6A87C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Forestwood
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Forestwood 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 Forestwood.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Forestwood — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Forestwood have?
Forestwood by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Forestwood in your own space before committing.
What colors match Forestwood from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Forestwood are Cocoa Pecan by PPG (a near-identical match), Edgewood Rocks by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Hat Box Brown by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Forestwood'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 Forestwood?
Forestwood has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.2, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Forestwood's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.