Birch Forest 1134-5 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #899A8B, estimated LRV 30 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bayfront Palm from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #899A8B · 1134-5
Birch Forest
30%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Birch Forest Technical Profile
HEX Code#899A8B
RGB137, 154, 139
Estimated LRV30.3
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Birch Forest
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Birch Forest
#899A8B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD9E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Birch Forest
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Birch 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
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Birch Forest — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Birch Forest have?
Birch Forest by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Birch Forest from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Birch Forest are Bayfront Palm by Kilz (a close digital match), Hillside View by Behr (a close digital match), Concrete Sidewalk by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Birch Forest'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 Birch Forest?
Birch Forest has a estimated lightness value of 30.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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