Evergreens 6447 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #405840, LRV 8 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Forestlawn from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #405840 · 6447
Evergreens
8%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Evergreens Technical Profile
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Evergreens in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Evergreens in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsEvergreens
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyForestlawn
Forestlawn
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
North Woods
Behr
Very similar
Royal Hunter Green
PPG
Very similar
Colonial Verdigris
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Beverly
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Jeremy's Journey
Valspar
Very similar
Alpine Valley
Kilz
Very similar
Glade Creek
Vista Paint
Very similar
Greener Pastures
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Jungle Adventure
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pine Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Evergreens
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Evergreens
#405840
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#517A66
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Evergreens
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Evergreens 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Evergreens.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Evergreens — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Evergreens have?
Evergreens by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Evergreens in your own space before committing.
What colors match Evergreens from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Evergreens are Forestlawn by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Jolly Holly by Dutch Boy (a very close match), North Woods by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Evergreens'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 Evergreens?
Evergreens has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.4, 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 Evergreens's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.