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Sherwood Forest

Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Sherwood Forest remains a staple for Benjamin Moore designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. We've gathered 4 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#004E4A

LRV

7.41

Light Reflectance Value
7.41
Dark
UseInterior & Exterior
Collection

Sherwood Forest in Real Rooms

Sherwood Forest has a low LRV of 7.41 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. Grouped in the Green family, the photos below show it applied in a bathroom and misc.

1 Bathroom Photo

In a powder room, Sherwood Forest can be used floor-to-ceiling to create a dramatic, high-impact experience for guests. Because these rooms are small and transitional, they can handle the full intensity of the color's personality without feeling overwhelming.

Benjamin Moore Sherwood Forest bathroom vanity color

Benjamin Moore Sherwood Forest bathroom vanity color

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3 Misc Photos

Observe the use of Sherwood Forest on architectural "oddities"—slanted ceilings, built-in nooks, or under-stair closets. The color helps these strange angles feel like deliberate design features rather than construction afterthoughts.

Benjamin Moore Sherwood Forest painted cabinets

Benjamin Moore Sherwood Forest painted cabinets

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Benjamin Moore Sherwood Forest painted cabinets color

Benjamin Moore Sherwood Forest painted cabinets color

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Benjamin Moore Sherwood Forest painted furniture

Benjamin Moore Sherwood Forest painted furniture

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Color Codes

HEX#004E4A
RGB0, 78, 74
HSL177° 100% 15%
CMYK100 0 5 69
CIE LabL: 29.3 a: -21.8 b: -3.6
XYZX: 0.04 Y: 0.06 Z: 0.07