Sherwood Forest 8003-34G is a green paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #4F5B51, LRV 10 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hidden Forest from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4F5B51 · 8003-34G
Sherwood Forest
10%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Sherwood Forest Technical Profile
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Sherwood Forest in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sherwood Forest in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSherwood Forest
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsHidden Forest
Hidden Forest
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dakota Shadow
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Evergreen Boughs
PPG
Nearly identical
Conifer
Behr
Nearly identical
Pleasant Hill
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pleasant Hill
Vista Paint
Very similar
Rock Garden
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
American Pine
Kilz
Very similar
Green Grey
RAL
Very similar
Beverly
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Mertie Kay
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Metal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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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 sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sherwood Forest in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sherwood Forest from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sherwood Forest are Hidden Forest by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Dakota Shadow by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Calico Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sherwood 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 Sherwood Forest?
Sherwood Forest has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.7, 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
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
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.