Forever Green K-296 is a green paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #1F7D43, LRV 15 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is 4 Leaf Clover from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #1F7D43 · K-296
Forever Green
15%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Forever Green Technical Profile
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Forever Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Forever Green in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintForever Green
Nearly identical
Dutch Boy4 Leaf Clover
4 Leaf Clover
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Signal Green
RAL
Nearly identical
Vine Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Blarney Stone
PPG
Very similar
Charmed Green
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Magical Hummingbird
Kilz
Very similar
Tingle
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Forest Rain
Behr
Very similar
Lucky Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Luscious Green
Valspar
Very similar
Thrive .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Forever Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Forever Green
#1F7D43
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#428D84
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Forever Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Forever Green 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Forever Green.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Forever Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Forever Green have?
Forever Green by Vista Paint has a cool (green) 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 Forever Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Forever Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Forever Green are 4 Leaf Clover by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Signal Green by RAL (a near-identical match), Vine Green by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Forever Green'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 Forever Green?
Forever Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.4, 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 Forever Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.