ColorplanBenjamin Moore Lewiville Green (494) is a mid-tone green with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 46. Closest matches: Farrow & Ball Ball Green (No.75) and Behr Back to Nature (S340-4). For trim, try White Dove (OC-17).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Green |
| LRV | 46.2 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #B9B790 |
| RGB | 185, 183, 144 |
| HSL | 57°, 23%, 65% |
About Lewiville Green
Lewiville Green (494) is a mid-tone, medium-strength green from Benjamin Moore that leans yellow. With an LRV of 46, Lewiville Green has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Lewiville Green's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for bedrooms, offices, kitchen islands and cabinets and accent walls. It's very close to Georgian Green (HC-115); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Lewiville Green changes with the light
Lewiville Green has a strong warm undertone that balances cool north light well. In strong south or west sun it can look more golden, so check a sample at midday and in the late afternoon.
North-facing rooms
Lewiville Green's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Lewiville Green will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
In strong south light Lewiville Green can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Lewiville Green will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Lewiville Green in real homes
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Lewiville Green equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Sherwin-Williams
Closest available · ΔE 5.1
Also close: Softened Green (ΔE 5.9)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Close · ΔE 3.2
Also close: Cooking Apple Green (ΔE 4.2)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Lewiville Green questions
What undertone does Lewiville Green have?
Lewiville Green has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Lewiville Green's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Lewiville Green a light or dark color?
Lewiville Green has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 46.2 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 46, Lewiville Green has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Lewiville Green in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Sage SW 2860 (closest available, ΔE 5.1); Farrow & Ball: Ball Green No.75 (close, ΔE 3.2); Behr: Back to Nature S340-4 (very close, ΔE 1.2). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Lewiville Green?
Try White Dove (OC-17) on trim and Super White (OC-152) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Lewiville Green's undertone.
Where does Lewiville Green work best?
Lewiville Green works well in bedrooms, offices, kitchen islands and cabinets and accent walls. With an LRV of 46, Lewiville Green has visible color without darkening a room much.
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