Shades of Spring 537 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #BDC68E, estimated LRV 51 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Essence of Spring from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #BDC68E · 537
Shades of Spring
51%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Shades of Spring Technical Profile
HEX Code#BDC68E
RGB189, 198, 142
Estimated LRV51.2
UndertoneCool (Green)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyyellow
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Essence of Spring
PPG
#C0C68D
Close digital match
Misty Valley
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#BDC389
Close digital match
Cabbage Green
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#C1C68D
Close digital match
Misty Valley
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#BCC287
Close digital match
Everglade Glen
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#B9C585
Close digital match
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#C5CD8F
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#B9BE82
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#B7CA90
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#C8CA8C
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Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Shades of Spring
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shades of Spring
#BDC68E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#92AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shades of Spring
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shades of Spring 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
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Shades of Spring — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shades of Spring have?
Shades of Spring by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the yellow color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Shades of Spring from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shades of Spring are Essence of Spring by PPG (a close digital match), Misty Valley by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Cabbage Green by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Shades of Spring'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 Shades of Spring?
Shades of Spring has a estimated lightness value of 51.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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