Benjamin Moore Nature's Scenery (1524) is a deep beige with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 36. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Svelte Sage (SW 6164) and Farrow & Ball Light Gray (No.17). For trim, try Alabaster (OC-129).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Beige |
| LRV | 35.9 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #ACA182 |
| RGB | 172, 161, 130 |
| HSL | 44°, 20%, 59% |
About Nature's Scenery
Nature's Scenery (1524) is a deep beige from Benjamin Moore with a warm yellow undertone. With an LRV of 36, Nature's Scenery absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Nature's Scenery'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, accent walls and kitchen cabinets. It's very close to Providence Olive (HC-98); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Nature's Scenery changes with the light
Nature's Scenery 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
Nature's Scenery's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Nature's Scenery 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 Nature's Scenery can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Nature's Scenery will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Nature's Scenery in real homes
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Nature's Scenery 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.
Behr
Closest available · ΔE 5.0
Also close: Riviera Beach (ΔE 6.8)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Nature's Scenery questions
What undertone does Nature's Scenery have?
Nature's Scenery has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Nature's Scenery's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Nature's Scenery a light or dark color?
Nature's Scenery has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 35.9 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 36, Nature's Scenery absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
What is the closest match to Nature's Scenery in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Svelte Sage SW 6164 (close, ΔE 4.6); Farrow & Ball: Light Gray No.17 (close, ΔE 4.5); Behr: Harvest Brown 710D-4 (closest available, ΔE 5.0). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Nature's Scenery?
Try Alabaster (OC-129) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Nature's Scenery's undertone.
Where does Nature's Scenery work best?
Nature's Scenery works well in bedrooms, offices, accent walls and kitchen cabinets. With an LRV of 36, Nature's Scenery absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
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