ColorplanBenjamin Moore Lime Green (2026-10) is a mid-tone green with a green-yellow (khaki) undertone and an LRV of 45. For trim, try Calming Aloe (533).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Green |
| LRV | 44.7 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #97C100 |
| RGB | 151, 193, 0 |
| HSL | 73°, 100%, 38% |
About Lime Green
Lime Green (2026-10) is a mid-tone, bold green from Benjamin Moore that leans yellow. With an LRV of 45, Lime Green has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Lime Green'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, offices, kitchen islands and cabinets and accent walls. Next to Margarita (2026-20), it's darker and cooler.
How Lime Green changes with the light
Lime Green 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
Lime Green's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Lime Green 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 Lime Green can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Lime Green will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Lime Green in real homes
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Lime Green 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 20.9
Also close: Sage (ΔE 22.2)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 17.0
Also close: Yeabridge Green (ΔE 18.2)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 18.4
Also close: Clary Sage (ΔE 20.4)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Lime Green questions
What undertone does Lime Green have?
Lime Green has a green-yellow (khaki) undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Lime Green's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Lime Green a light or dark color?
Lime Green has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 44.7 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 45, Lime Green has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Lime Green in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Venetian Yellow SW 1666 (closest available, ΔE 20.9); Farrow & Ball: Churlish Green No.251 (closest available, ΔE 17.0); Behr: Back to Nature S340-4 (closest available, ΔE 18.4). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Lime Green?
Try Calming Aloe (533) on trim and Cotton Balls (OC-122) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Lime Green's undertone.
Where does Lime Green work best?
Lime Green works well in bedrooms, offices, kitchen islands and cabinets and accent walls. With an LRV of 45, Lime Green has visible color without darkening a room much.
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