Ref. #393D2B · MP10641
Dark Forest Green
4%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Dark Forest Green Technical Profile
What color is Dark Forest Green? It's a dark warm neutral with the hex code #393D2B. Colors similar to Dark Forest Green include Behr Olive Leaf, RAL Bottle Green, Behr Bridgewood. Dark Forest Green has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 4, Dark Forest Green 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, Dark Forest Green 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 Dark Forest Green
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Forest Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Forest Green
#393D2B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#475D3E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Forest Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark Forest Green 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 MPC Colors
Other MPC colors close to Dark Forest Green.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dark Forest Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Forest Green have?
Dark Forest Green by MPC has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Dark Forest Green from other brands?
The closest matches are Olive Leaf by Behr (#393F2C), Bottle Green by RAL (#343B29), Bridgewood by Behr (#414633). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Dark Forest Green?
Dark Forest Green has an LRV of 4.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Dark Forest Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.