Midnight Forest 8004-20G is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #625745, estimated LRV 10 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Furlough from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #625745 · 8004-20G
Midnight Forest
10%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Midnight Forest Technical Profile
HEX Code#625745
RGB98, 87, 69
Estimated LRV9.8
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyneutral
BrandValspar
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#605544
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#5E5445
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#645A4B
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#675A49
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Colors That Work With Midnight Forest
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Midnight Forest
#625745
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7E8357
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Midnight Forest
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Midnight Forest 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
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Midnight Forest — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Midnight Forest have?
Midnight Forest by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Midnight Forest from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Midnight Forest are Furlough by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Coffee Bean by PPG (a close digital match), Black Heath by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Midnight Forest'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 Midnight Forest?
Midnight Forest has a estimated lightness value of 9.8, 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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