ColorplanBenjamin Moore Limelight (2025-40) is a light green with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 72. For trim, try Blossom Tint (933).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Green |
| LRV | 72.4 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #E1E465 |
| RGB | 225, 228, 101 |
| HSL | 61°, 70%, 65% |
About Limelight
Limelight (2025-40) is a light, bold green from Benjamin Moore that leans yellow. With an LRV of 72, Limelight reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Limelight'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, bathrooms, nurseries and living rooms. Next to Chamomile (397), it's lighter and warmer.
How Limelight changes with the light
Limelight 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
Limelight's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Limelight 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 Limelight can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Limelight will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Limelight in real homes
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Limelight 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 10.7
Also close: Butter Up (ΔE 13.3)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 11.0
Also close: Citron (ΔE 12.3)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 13.9
Also close: Honey Tea (ΔE 16.0)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Limelight questions
What undertone does Limelight have?
Limelight has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Limelight's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Limelight a light or dark color?
Limelight has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 72.4 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a light color. With an LRV of 72, Limelight reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
What is the closest match to Limelight in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Venetian Yellow SW 1666 (closest available, ΔE 10.7); Farrow & Ball: Dayroom Yellow No.233 (closest available, ΔE 11.0); Behr: Lemon Sorbet 330B-6 (closest available, ΔE 13.9). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Limelight?
Try Blossom Tint (933) on trim and Simply White (OC-117) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Limelight's undertone.
Where does Limelight work best?
Limelight works well in bedrooms, bathrooms, nurseries and living rooms. With an LRV of 72, Limelight reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
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