Backwoods vs Evergreen Fog
A side-by-side comparison of Benjamin Moore Backwoods (469) and Sherwin Williams Evergreen Fog (SW 9130).
| Benjamin Moore Backwoods | Sherwin Williams Evergreen Fog | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | 469 | SW 9130 |
| Hex |
#5D6F5B
|
#ACB1A3
|
| RGB | 93, 111, 91 | 172, 177, 163 |
| LRV | 10.45 | 30 |
| Undertone | Deep Forest Green | Muted Green |
| Family | Green | Green |
| Best Rooms | Accent Wall, Exterior, Kitchen Cabinets, Front Door, Office | Living Room, Bedroom, Exterior, Accent Wall, Office |
LRV Comparison
Light Reflectance Value measures how much light a color reflects. Backwoods has an LRV of 10.45 (dark) and Evergreen Fog has an LRV of 30 (medium-dark). Evergreen Fog will make a room feel noticeably brighter.
The Full Comparison
Two of the hottest greens in home design, but with very different intensities. Backwoods (BM) is a deep, saturated forest green that makes a bold statement. Evergreen Fog (SW) is a muted sage green-gray that whispers rather than shouts. On kitchen cabinets, Backwoods creates a dramatic, high-contrast look. Evergreen Fog creates a subtle, sophisticated mood. For a whole room, Evergreen Fog's mutedness is livable long-term. Backwoods is best reserved for accent walls, exteriors, or front doors where its richness can shine without overwhelming.
Backwoods 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.
Evergreen Fog Undertones
A sophisticated muted sage green with gray undertones. The 2022 Color of the Year that has maintained its popularity. Earthy without being dark.
Lighting Behavior
Backwoods: 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.
Evergreen Fog: In bright light, the green is more pronounced. In dim rooms, it reads as a medium warm gray with just a hint of green. Very versatile and atmospheric.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, Backwoods (Benjamin Moore) and Evergreen Fog (Sherwin Williams) are not the same color. They're in the same family (green), but they differ in undertone, LRV, and how they behave in different lighting. Backwoods has deep forest green undertones, while Evergreen Fog has muted green undertones. Always compare physical samples before choosing.
Evergreen Fog is lighter with an LRV of 30, compared to Backwoods's LRV of 10.45. LRV (Light Reflectance Value) measures how much light a color reflects on a scale from 0 (black) to 100 (white).
That's a popular combination. Using the darker Backwoods (LRV 10.45) on walls and the lighter Evergreen Fog (LRV 30) on trim creates a classic contrast that makes the trim pop.