Ref. #2F4538 · 6005
Moss Green
5%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Moss Green Technical Profile
What color is Moss Green? It's a dark warm neutral with the hex code #2F4538. Colors similar to Moss Green include Behr Deep Forest, Benjamin Moore Hunter Green. Moss Green has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 5, Moss Green creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Moss Green pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Moss Green
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Moss Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Moss Green
#2F4538
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#436461
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Moss Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Moss 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 RAL Colors
Other RAL colors close to Moss Green.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Moss Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Moss Green have?
Moss Green by RAL has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Moss Green from other brands?
The closest matches are Deep Forest by Behr (#304230), Hunter Green by Benjamin Moore (#2B463E), Dard Hunter Green by Sherwin-Williams (#3A4A3F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Moss Green?
Moss Green has an LRV of 5.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Moss Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.