Backwoods → Farrow & Ball
The closest Farrow & Ball matches for Benjamin Moore Backwoods (469), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Farrow & Ball Equivalent for Backwoods
If you love Benjamin Moore Backwoods but need a Farrow & Ball alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers Farrow & Ball, your local store does not carry Benjamin Moore, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Backwoods (469) is a dark green with deep forest green undertones. BM's 2024 Color of the Year. A deep, rich forest green that brings the outdoors in. Bold enough for a statement but grounded by gray undertones that prevent it from feeling juvenile. To find a good Farrow & Ball match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 10.45) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Backwoods and every Farrow & Ball color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
Honestly, Farrow & Ball does not have a perfect equivalent for Backwoods. The closest option is Studio Green (No.93) with a Delta E of 5.8, but at that distance the difference will be visible. Studio Green is darker and more blue-green. Backwoods' warm forest character is more purely green. Both are bold choices. If getting this exact color is critical, you may want to explore custom color matching at a Farrow & Ball store.
Farrow & Ball Matches for Backwoods
Studio Green is darker and more blue-green. Backwoods' warm forest character is more purely green. Both are bold choices.
| Backwoods | Studio Green | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 10.45 | 5 |
| Hex | #5D6F5B | #38483C |
| Undertone | Deep Forest Green | Very Dark Forest Green |
| Family | Green | Green |
Undertone Comparison
Backwoods has deep forest green undertones. BM's 2024 Color of the Year. A deep, rich forest green that brings the outdoors in. Bold enough for a statement but grounded by gray undertones that prevent it from feeling juvenile.
Studio Green has very dark forest green undertones. One of F&B's darkest greens. A near-black forest green that was used in painters' studios because it did not reflect distracting light. Dramatic and atmospheric.
These two colors share the same undertone family, which is a good sign for a cross-brand swap. The undertone similarity means they will behave similarly as lighting changes throughout the day, and they should coordinate well with the same accent colors, trim, and furnishings.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Backwoods in Your Room
In bright light, the forest green is lush and natural. In dim rooms, it reads as a very dark, moody green-gray. Under warm light, the warmth of the green emerges beautifully.
Studio Green in Your Room
In bright direct light, the deep green is visible. In most rooms, it reads as a sophisticated near-black with green depth. Under candlelight, atmospheric and mysterious.
LRV and Brightness
Backwoods has an LRV of 10.45, while Studio Green has an LRV of 5. That means Backwoods reflects noticeably more light. In the same room, Backwoods will make the space feel brighter and more open than Studio Green. If you are switching to the Farrow & Ball option, expect the room to feel slightly more intimate and cozy.
Best Rooms for Backwoods
Benjamin Moore recommends Backwoods for: accent wall, exterior, kitchen cabinets, front door, office. With an LRV of 10.45, this is a dark color that absorbs more light than it reflects. It makes a bold statement and works beautifully on accent walls, front doors, exterior trim, and features where drama is the goal. In a full room, make sure you have good lighting and bright white trim for contrast.
Studio Green is recommended for: dining room, accent wall, powder room, library, office. The recommended applications differ slightly between brands, but the color's properties should work in the same rooms regardless of which brand you choose. Trust the LRV and undertone data more than the specific room suggestions, and always test in your actual space.
Backwoods in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Farrow & Ball match for Backwoods (469) is Studio Green (No.93) with a Delta E of 5.8, which rates as a "approximate" match. Studio Green is darker and more blue-green. Backwoods' warm forest character is more purely green. Both are bold choices. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. Backwoods is a Benjamin Moore color with deep forest green undertones and an LRV of 10.45. Studio Green is a Farrow & Ball color with very dark forest green undertones and an LRV of 5. With a Delta E of 5.8, you will likely notice a difference, especially in bright or direct lighting. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 5.8, the difference is enough that they should not be used on adjacent walls in the same room. You can use them in separate rooms of the same house, but be aware that walking from one room to the other may reveal the difference, especially if the rooms have similar lighting. For the most consistent look, pick one brand for all connected living spaces and reserve the other brand for visually separate rooms like bathrooms or bedrooms behind closed doors.
There are several practical reasons to look for a Farrow & Ball equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Farrow & Ball. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Farrow & Ball work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.