Sounds of Nature 556 is a green paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #B8E4A1, LRV 65 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sage Sensation from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B8E4A1 · 556
Sounds of Nature
65%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
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Sounds of Nature in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sounds of Nature in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreSounds of Nature
Nearly identical
Vista PaintSage Sensation
Sage Sensation
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Chopped Dill
Behr
Very similar
Lush Meadow
Valspar
Very similar
Jealousy
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lil' Monster
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Almost Aloe
PPG
Very similar
Pastel Green
RAL
Very similar
Green Lime
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Apple Martini
Kilz
Visible difference
Oh Pistachio
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Sprout .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sounds of Nature
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sounds of Nature
#B8E4A1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#77BB82
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sounds of Nature
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sounds of Nature 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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Sounds of Nature — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sounds of Nature have?
Sounds of Nature by Benjamin Moore 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 Sounds of Nature in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sounds of Nature from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sounds of Nature are Sage Sensation by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Chopped Dill by Behr (a very close match), Lush Meadow by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Sounds of Nature'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 Sounds of Nature?
Sounds of Nature has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 65.1, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sounds of Nature's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.