Blue Forest 90GG 21/076 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #6E8283, estimated 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.
PPG · #6E8283 · 90GG 21/076
Blue Forest
21%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Blue Forest Technical Profile
HEX Code#6E8283
RGB110, 130, 131
Estimated LRV20.9
UndertoneNeutral
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 Blue Forest
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Blue Forest from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Forest are Wetherburn's Blue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Stormy Gray by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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