Lima Green PPU10-07 is a yellow paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B1B688, estimated LRV 45 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spring Bud Green from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #B1B688 · PPU10-07
Lima Green
45%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Lima Green Technical Profile
HEX Code#B1B688
RGB177, 182, 136
Estimated LRV44.6
UndertoneCool (Green)
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 Familyyellow
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Lima Green
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lima Green
#B1B688
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#95AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lima Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lima Green 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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Lima Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lima Green have?
Lima Green by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the yellow 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 Lima Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lima Green are Spring Bud Green by PPG (a close digital match), Grasslands by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Great Green by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Lima Green'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 Lima Green?
Lima Green has a estimated lightness value of 44.6, 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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