Forest Canopy 5010-1 is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #434A4A, LRV 7 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Iron Grey from RAL (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #434A4A · 5010-1
Forest Canopy
7%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Forest Canopy Technical Profile
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Forest Canopy in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Forest Canopy in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparForest Canopy
Nearly identical
RALIron Grey
Iron Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Big Dipper
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Metal .06
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Catskill Brown
Behr
Nearly identical
Black Lead
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Studio Green
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Dark As Night
PPG
Very similar
Stonecutter
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Dark River
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Typewriter
Kilz
Very similar
Midnight in the Tropics
Vista Paint
Very similar
Shaded Forest
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Forest Canopy
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Forest Canopy
#434A4A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4D6073
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Forest Canopy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Forest Canopy 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Forest Canopy.
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 Canopy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Forest Canopy have?
Forest Canopy by Valspar has a cool (green) 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 Canopy in your own space before committing.
What colors match Forest Canopy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Forest Canopy are Iron Grey by RAL (a near-identical match), Big Dipper by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Metal .06 by Colorhouse (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Forest Canopy'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 Canopy?
Forest Canopy has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.6, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Forest Canopy's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.