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Benjamin Moore Sterling Forest 518

Sterling Forest

Benjamin Moore

518

About Sterling Forest by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 13.7%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #6d684e

RGB: 109, 104, 78

Hue50°

Saturation17%

Lightness37%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Sterling Forest 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 Sterling Forest looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Sterling Forest 518 a warm or cool color?
Sterling Forest by Benjamin Moore is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Sterling Forest?
Sterling Forest sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 50°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Sterling Forest?
Brightness is about 14%. Saturation is around 17%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 37%. Hue is close to 50°. The hex value is #6d684e. The RGB value is 109, 104, 78.
Is Sterling Forest better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Sterling Forest has brightness around 14%. 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 Sterling Forest?
You can match Sterling Forest 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 Sterling Forest work best in a home?
Sterling Forest 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 Sterling Forest compare to a pure white paint?
Sterling Forest is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm 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 Sterling Forest 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 Sterling Forest 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 Sterling Forest. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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