ColorplanBenjamin Moore Sounds of Nature (556) is a light green with a green-yellow (khaki) undertone and an LRV of 68. For trim, try Daiquiri Ice (2034-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Green |
| LRV | 67.5 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #B7E3A0 |
| RGB | 183, 227, 160 |
| HSL | 99°, 54%, 76% |
About Sounds of Nature
Sounds of Nature (556) is a light, medium-strength green from Benjamin Moore that leans yellow. With an LRV of 68, Sounds of Nature has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Sounds of Nature'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 Shimmering Lime (2030-50), it's darker.
How Sounds of Nature changes with the light
Sounds of Nature 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
Sounds of Nature's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Sounds of Nature 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 Sounds of Nature can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Sounds of Nature will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Sounds of Nature in real homes
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Sounds of Nature 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 16.2
Also close: Waterscape (ΔE 16.4)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 12.9
Also close: Whirlybird (ΔE 13.2)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 13.6
Also close: Back to Nature (ΔE 14.7)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Sounds of Nature questions
What undertone does Sounds of Nature have?
Sounds of Nature has a green-yellow (khaki) undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Sounds of Nature's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Sounds of Nature a light or dark color?
Sounds of Nature has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 67.5 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a light color. With an LRV of 68, Sounds of Nature has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Sounds of Nature in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Venetian Yellow SW 1666 (closest available, ΔE 16.2); Farrow & Ball: Green Ground No.206 (closest available, ΔE 12.9); Behr: Whitewater Bay PPU11-10 (closest available, ΔE 13.6). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Sounds of Nature?
Try Daiquiri Ice (2034-70) on trim and Chantilly Lace (OC-65) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Sounds of Nature's undertone.
Where does Sounds of Nature work best?
Sounds of Nature works well in bedrooms, bathrooms, nurseries and living rooms. With an LRV of 68, Sounds of Nature has visible color without darkening a room much.
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