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Benjamin Moore Forest Green 2047-10

Forest Green

Benjamin Moore

2047-10

About Forest Green by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 5.5%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #174a43

RGB: 23, 74, 67

Hue172°

Saturation53%

Lightness19%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Forest Green from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Forest Green looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Forest Green 2047-10 a warm or cool color?
Forest Green by Benjamin Moore is a cool deeper color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Forest Green?
Forest Green sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 172°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Forest Green?
Brightness is about 6%. Saturation is around 53%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 19%. Hue is close to 172°. The hex value is #174a43. The RGB value is 23, 74, 67.
Is Forest Green better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Forest Green has brightness around 6%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Forest Green?
You can match Forest Green with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Forest Green work best in a home?
Forest Green works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Forest Green compare to a pure white paint?
Forest Green is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Forest Green in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Forest Green in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Forest Green. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Forest Green. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.