National Forest 7821 is a yellow paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #9B9B39, LRV 31 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Forest Moss from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9B9B39 · 7821
National Forest
31%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
National Forest Technical Profile
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National Forest in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to National Forest in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintNational Forest
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreForest Moss
Forest Moss
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Be Yourself
PPG
Nearly identical
Spring Moss
Behr
Nearly identical
Better Lime
Kilz
Very similar
Lazy Lizard
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Luau Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Glib Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Vintage Chartreuse
Valspar
Very similar
Olive Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Science Experiment
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Leaf .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With National Forest
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
National Forest
#9B9B39
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#84A661
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for National Forest
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
National 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to National Forest.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
National Forest — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does National Forest have?
National Forest by Vista Paint has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample National Forest in your own space before committing.
What colors match National Forest from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to National Forest are Forest Moss by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Be Yourself by PPG (a near-identical match), Spring Moss by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting National 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 National Forest?
National Forest has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 30.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why National Forest's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.