Sunstone M430-4 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #96DCAD, LRV 46 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Peaceful Pastures from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #96DCAD · M430-4
Sunstone
46%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Sunstone Technical Profile
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Sunstone in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sunstone in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSunstone
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsPeaceful Pastures
Peaceful Pastures
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Iguana
Kilz
Very similar
Bud Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Pillow Mint
PPG
Very similar
Celtic Spring
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Garden Sprout
Valspar
Very similar
Sage Brush Place
Vista Paint
Very similar
Kiss of Mint
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Retro Mint
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Pastel Green
RAL
Visible difference
Thrive .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Arsenic
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sunstone
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sunstone
#96DCAD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7AB8AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sunstone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sunstone Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Sunstone.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sunstone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sunstone have?
Sunstone by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sunstone in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sunstone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sunstone are Peaceful Pastures by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Iguana by Kilz (a very close match), Bud Green by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Sunstone's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Sunstone?
Sunstone has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 46.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sunstone's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.