Ref. #41543C · MP14961
Nicolet Forest
8%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Nicolet Forest Technical Profile
What color is Nicolet Forest? It's a dark warm neutral with the hex code #41543C. Colors similar to Nicolet Forest include Sherwin-Williams Courtyard, Sherwin-Williams Evergreens, Benjamin Moore Colonial Verdigris. Nicolet Forest has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 8, Nicolet 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, Nicolet 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 Nicolet Forest
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nicolet Forest
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nicolet Forest
#41543C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4E7559
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nicolet Forest
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nicolet 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 Nicolet Forest.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Nicolet Forest — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nicolet Forest have?
Nicolet Forest by MPC has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Nicolet Forest from other brands?
The closest matches are Courtyard by Sherwin-Williams (#475842), Evergreens by Sherwin-Williams (#405840), Colonial Verdigris by Benjamin Moore (#3F5034). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Nicolet Forest?
Nicolet Forest has an LRV of 7.8, 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 Nicolet Forest's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.