Old Growth Forest 8414 is a neutral paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #71805E, LRV 20 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Glass .05 from Colorhouse (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #71805E · 8414
Old Growth Forest
20%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Old Growth Forest Technical Profile
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Old Growth Forest in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Old Growth 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 PaintOld Growth Forest
Nearly identical
ColorhouseGlass .05
Glass .05
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Terrain
Behr
Nearly identical
Green Woods
PPG
Nearly identical
Graceful Green
Valspar
Very similar
Calke Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wreath
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Cavern Moss
Kilz
Very similar
Bowling Green
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Great Barrington Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Balsam Sprig
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Inland
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Cement Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Old Growth Forest
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Old Growth Forest
#71805E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#74A071
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Old Growth Forest
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Old Growth 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 Old Growth Forest.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Old Growth Forest — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Old Growth Forest have?
Old Growth Forest by Vista Paint has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Old Growth Forest in your own space before committing.
What colors match Old Growth Forest from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Old Growth Forest are Glass .05 by Colorhouse (a near-identical match), Terrain by Behr (a near-identical match), Green Woods by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Old Growth 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 Old Growth Forest?
Old Growth Forest has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.8, 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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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 Old Growth Forest's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.