ColorplanBenjamin Moore Shades of Spring (537) is a mid-tone green with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 53. For trim, try Cloud Nine (OC-119).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Green |
| LRV | 52.5 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #BCC58D |
| RGB | 188, 197, 141 |
| HSL | 70°, 33%, 66% |
About Shades of Spring
Shades of Spring (537) is a mid-tone, medium-strength green from Benjamin Moore that leans yellow. With an LRV of 53, Shades of Spring has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Shades of Spring'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, bathrooms, nurseries and living rooms. Next to Sweet Daphne (529), it's cooler.
How Shades of Spring changes with the light
Shades of Spring 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
Shades of Spring's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Shades of Spring 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 Shades of Spring can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Shades of Spring will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Shades of Spring in real homes
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Shades of Spring 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 10.1
Also close: Sage (ΔE 10.9)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 5.3
Also close: Cooking Apple Green (ΔE 6.8)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 5.7
Also close: Whitewater Bay (ΔE 9.1)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Shades of Spring questions
What undertone does Shades of Spring have?
Shades of Spring has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Shades of Spring's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Shades of Spring a light or dark color?
Shades of Spring has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 52.5 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 53, Shades of Spring has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Shades of Spring in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Softened Green SW 6177 (closest available, ΔE 10.1); Farrow & Ball: Churlish Green No.251 (closest available, ΔE 5.3); Behr: Back to Nature S340-4 (closest available, ΔE 5.7). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Shades of Spring?
Try Cloud Nine (OC-119) on trim and Chantilly Lace (OC-65) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Shades of Spring's undertone.
Where does Shades of Spring work best?
Shades of Spring works well in bedrooms, bathrooms, nurseries and living rooms. With an LRV of 53, Shades of Spring has visible color without darkening a room much.
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