Blue Forest 90GG 21/076 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #6E8283, LRV 21 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wetherburn's Blue from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6E8283 · 90GG 21/076
Blue Forest
21%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Blue Forest Technical Profile
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Blue Forest in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Forest in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGBlue Forest
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreWetherburn's Blue
Wetherburn's Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Stormy Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Dark Lagoon
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Portsmouth
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Polar Pond
Hirshfield's
Very similar
De Nimes
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Rio Bravo
Vista Paint
Very similar
Northern Juniper
Valspar
Very similar
Classic Movie
Kilz
Very similar
Felted Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Very similar
Wool .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Forest
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Forest
#6E8283
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7C90A8
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Forest
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Blue 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.
Blue Forest — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Forest have?
Blue Forest by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Blue Forest in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Forest from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Forest are Wetherburn's Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Stormy Gray by Behr (a near-identical match), Dark Lagoon by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Blue 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 Blue Forest?
Blue Forest has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.9, 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
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 Blue Forest's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.