Sparrow Song 11-13 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #ACB17E, LRV 42 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Brush Meadow from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #ACB17E · 11-13
Sparrow Song
42%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Sparrow Song Technical Profile
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Sparrow Song in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sparrow Song in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSparrow Song
Nearly identical
ValsparBrush Meadow
Brush Meadow
Valspar
Nearly identical
Lima Green
Behr
Nearly identical
Great Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Soil Topper
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stuffed Olive
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Spring Ahead
Vista Paint
Very similar
Grasslands
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Vintage Green
Kilz
Very similar
Rediscover
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Green Beige
RAL
Very similar
Leaf .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sparrow Song
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sparrow Song
#ACB17E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#95AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sparrow Song
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sparrow Song 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Sparrow Song.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sparrow Song — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sparrow Song have?
Sparrow Song by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sparrow Song in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sparrow Song from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sparrow Song are Brush Meadow by Valspar (a near-identical match), Lima Green by Behr (a near-identical match), Lima Green by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sparrow Song'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 Sparrow Song?
Sparrow Song has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 41.7, 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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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 Sparrow Song's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.