Swatchd
Sign inGet started
HeritageSouth-Facing

Forest Lake 1

Dulux

The Analysis

Forest Lake 1 is a deep, muddy olive-gold that absorbs significant light, making a room feel intimate and contained rather than expansive. Because of its low LRV of 19.57, it won't brighten a space, but it will add substantial depth and weight to your walls.

This color excels as a moody backdrop in spaces where you want to create a specific atmosphere, such as a study or a dining room. It works best as an enveloping wall color or a dramatic cabinet finish rather than a bright accent.

LRV 20

History & Origin

It draws heavily on the Arts and Crafts movement, reflecting a period preference for colors pulled directly from the natural landscape. It feels rooted and traditional rather than crisp or minimalist.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyYellow

How to Use It

Pair this with rich walnut wood tones or matte black metal hardware to lean into its earthy, upscale character. It thrives in rooms where you want to minimize glare, such as a cozy den or a bedroom.

The Mood

Living with this shade is grounding and restorative. It feels stable and organic, providing a sense of calm that is less aggressive than a true green and more sophisticated than a standard brown.

Colour harmonies

Complementary

Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.

Analogous

Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.

Split complementary

Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.

Tetradic (square)

Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.

Monochromatic

Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.

Brand Matches

Perceptually similar colours from across all brands in our database.

  • Newt Green

    Benjamin Moore · 2149-10

  • Perfectly Pesto

    Benjamin Moore · CSP-895

  • Marsh Grass

    Behr · 390D-7

  • Leafy Green

    Colourtrend

  • Valley Vineyards

    Behr · M310-7

  • G.I. Green

    Benjamin Moore · 2149-20

Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

  • Natural
  • Morning
  • Afternoon
  • Evening
  • Overcast
  • 2700K
  • 3500K
  • 4000K
  • 5500K