Ref. #4F5B51 · 8003-34G
Sherwood Forest
10%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Sherwood Forest Technical Profile
What color is Sherwood Forest? It's a dark warm green with the hex code #4F5B51. Colors similar to Sherwood Forest include MPC Urban Forest, MPC Baytown Green, Dunn-Edwards Hidden Forest. Sherwood Forest has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 10, Sherwood Forest creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Sherwood Forest 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 Sherwood Forest
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sherwood Forest
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sherwood Forest
#4F5B51
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#588576
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sherwood Forest
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sherwood 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 Sherwood 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.
Sherwood Forest — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sherwood Forest have?
Sherwood Forest by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Sherwood Forest from other brands?
The closest matches are Urban Forest by MPC (#4F5A4F), Baytown Green by MPC (#4D594F), Hidden Forest by Dunn-Edwards (#4F5A51). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sherwood Forest?
Sherwood Forest has an LRV of 9.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sherwood Forest's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.