Ref. #5F776E · MP6183
New Zealand Forest
17%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
New Zealand Forest Technical Profile
What color is New Zealand Forest? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #5F776E. Colors similar to New Zealand Forest include Behr Cameroon Green, Benjamin Moore Jack, Benjamin Moore Jack Pine. New Zealand Forest has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 17, New Zealand Forest 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, New Zealand Forest 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 New Zealand Forest
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With New Zealand Forest
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
New Zealand Forest
#5F776E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6C979D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for New Zealand Forest
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
New Zealand 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 MPC Colors
Other MPC colors close to New Zealand 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.
New Zealand Forest — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does New Zealand Forest have?
New Zealand Forest by MPC has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match New Zealand Forest from other brands?
The closest matches are Cameroon Green by Behr (#60746D), Jack by Benjamin Moore (#5B726A), Jack Pine by Benjamin Moore (#5B726A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of New Zealand Forest?
New Zealand Forest has an LRV of 16.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why New Zealand Forest's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.