Ref. #A38480 · 1005-9C
Forest Trail
26%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Forest Trail Technical Profile
What color is Forest Trail? It's a deep warm neutral with the hex code #A38480. Colors similar to Forest Trail include Farrow & Ball Sulking Room Pink, Behr Regency Rose, Benjamin Moore Barberry. Forest Trail has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 26 gives Forest Trail depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Forest Trail 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 Forest Trail
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Forest Trail
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Forest Trail
#A38480
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9E85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Forest Trail
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Forest Trail 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 Trail.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Forest Trail — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Forest Trail have?
Forest Trail by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Forest Trail from other brands?
The closest matches are Sulking Room Pink by Farrow & Ball (#A0837F), Regency Rose by Behr (#A68781), Barberry by Benjamin Moore (#A68886). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Forest Trail?
Forest Trail has an LRV of 25.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Forest Trail's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.