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Sherwin Williams Forestwood SW7730

Forestwood

Sherwin Williams

SW7730

About Forestwood by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 8.2%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #4d5346

RGB: 77, 83, 70

Hue88°

Saturation9%

Lightness30%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Forestwood SW7730 a warm or cool color?
Forestwood by Sherwin Williams is a neutral deeper color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Forestwood?
Forestwood sits in the green family. Its hue is about 88°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Forestwood?
Brightness is about 8%. Saturation is around 9%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 30%. Hue is close to 88°. The hex value is #4d5346. The RGB value is 77, 83, 70.
Is Forestwood better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Forestwood has brightness around 8%. 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 Forestwood?
You can match Forestwood 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 Forestwood work best in a home?
Forestwood 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 Forestwood compare to a pure white paint?
Forestwood is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral 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 Sherwin Williams

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

Darker Shades by Sherwin Williams

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

Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Alternate Colors by other brands

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