Deep Mossy Forest 90YY 10/186 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #5C5F42, estimated LRV 11 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Delicious from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #5C5F42 · 90YY 10/186
Deep Mossy Forest
11%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Deep Mossy Forest Technical Profile
HEX Code#5C5F42
RGB92, 95, 66
Estimated LRV10.9
UndertoneCool (Green)
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 Familyneutral
BrandPPG
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#585D42
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Colors That Work With Deep Mossy Forest
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Deep Mossy Forest
#5C5F42
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#667F55
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Deep Mossy Forest
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Deep Mossy 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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Deep Mossy Forest — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Deep Mossy Forest have?
Deep Mossy Forest by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Deep Mossy Forest from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Deep Mossy Forest are Delicious by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Ladies’ Night by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Classic Bronze by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Deep Mossy 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 Deep Mossy Forest?
Deep Mossy Forest has a estimated lightness value of 10.9, 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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