Kaffir Lime PPU8-08 is a beige paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B9AB86, estimated LRV 41 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fresh Leaf from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #B9AB86 · PPU8-08
Kaffir Lime
41%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Kaffir Lime Technical Profile
HEX Code#B9AB86
RGB185, 171, 134
Estimated LRV41.2
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familybeige
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Kaffir Lime
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kaffir Lime
#B9AB86
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kaffir Lime
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kaffir Lime 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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Kaffir Lime — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kaffir Lime have?
Kaffir Lime by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige 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 Kaffir Lime from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kaffir Lime are Fresh Leaf by Valspar (a close digital match), Dry Earth by Valspar (a close digital match), Earthy Ochre by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Kaffir Lime'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 Kaffir Lime?
Kaffir Lime has a estimated lightness value of 41.2, 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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