Forest Black 30YY 10/038 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #5B5752, LRV 10 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Equestrian Leather from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5B5752 · 30YY 10/038
Forest Black
10%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Forest Black Technical Profile
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Forest Black in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Forest Black in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGForest Black
Nearly identical
BehrEquestrian Leather
Equestrian Leather
Behr
Nearly identical
Prelude
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
English Tea Party
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sturgis Gray
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Charcoal Sketch
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sturgis Gray
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Iron Mountain
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Ship'S Anchor
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Dark Umber
Kilz
Very similar
Metal .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Reduced Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Traffic Grey B
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Forest Black
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Forest Black
#5B5752
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#84865A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Forest Black
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Forest Black 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 Forest Black.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Forest Black — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Forest Black have?
Forest Black by PPG has a warm (golden) 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 Forest Black in your own space before committing.
What colors match Forest Black from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Forest Black are Equestrian Leather by Behr (a near-identical match), Prelude by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), English Tea Party by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Forest Black'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 Forest Black?
Forest Black has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.6, 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 Forest Black's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.