Forever Green vs Wood Violet paint color comparison

Forever Green vs Wood Violet

Forever Green and Wood Violet come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Forever Green reads as green-grey, while Wood Violet reads as grey-purple — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 28-point LRV gap — 44 for Forever Green vs 16 for Wood Violet — means Forever Green will open up a space more effectively. Where Forever Green leans neutral, Wood Violet reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 34.9 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.

Color Details

Forever Green
Sherwin-Williams · 9653
LRV44.0
BrandSherwin-Williams
Number9653
Undertone—
TemperatureNeutral
BrightnessMedium
Wood Violet
Sherwin-Williams · 6557
LRV16.3
BrandSherwin-Williams
Number6557
Undertone—
TemperatureCool
BrightnessDark

Forever Green vs Wood Violet Simulated Comparison

5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Forever Green on one side and Wood Violet on the other.

Bathroom
Bedroom
House
Kitchen Cabinets
Living Room

Digital color is approximate. These simulations are generated from the manufacturer's hex values and overlaid on grayscale room photos — your screen's calibration, brightness, and viewing angle all affect how they render. Before committing to either color, test physical samples in your own space under the light you actually live with.