Forum Green 70GY 42/219 is a green paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #91B897, LRV 43 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Green Bonnet from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #91B897 · 70GY 42/219
Forum Green
43%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Forum Green Technical Profile
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Forum Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Forum Green in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGForum Green
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sGreen Bonnet
Green Bonnet
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Green Bonnet
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Green-Eyed Lady
Valspar
Nearly identical
Morris Artichoke
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Forest Path
Behr
Very similar
Gumdrop
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Perrenial Garden
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Vegan
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Arsenic
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wheatgrass
Kilz
Very similar
Thrive .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pale Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Forum Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Forum Green
#91B897
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD9F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Forum Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Forum Green 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 Forum Green.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Forum Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Forum Green have?
Forum Green by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Forum Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Forum Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Forum Green are Green Bonnet by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Green Bonnet by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Buenos Aires by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Forum Green'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 Forum Green?
Forum Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.5, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Forum Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.