Nordic Forest 5010-6 is a green paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #2F6F5E, LRV 13 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Deep Sea from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #2F6F5E · 5010-6
Nordic Forest
13%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Nordic Forest Technical Profile
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Nordic Forest in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Nordic Forest in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparNordic Forest
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreDeep Sea
Deep Sea
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Enchanted Evergreen
Vista Paint
Very similar
Verde Nice
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Poseidon
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Meteorological
Behr
Very similar
Argyll
Kilz
Very similar
Patina Green
RAL
Very similar
Country Club
PPG
Very similar
Grass Green
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Arizona Stone
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nordic Forest
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nordic Forest
#2F6F5E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4F7682
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nordic Forest
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nordic 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Nordic Forest.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Nordic Forest — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nordic Forest have?
Nordic Forest by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Nordic Forest in your own space before committing.
What colors match Nordic Forest from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nordic Forest are Deep Sea by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Deep Jungle by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Enchanted Evergreen by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Nordic 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 Nordic Forest?
Nordic Forest has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.8, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Nordic Forest's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.