Chic Lime 396 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #D9DF7C, LRV 65 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Celery from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D9DF7C · 396
Chic Lime
65%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Chic Lime Technical Profile
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Chic Lime in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chic Lime in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreChic Lime
Nearly identical
ValsparCelery
Celery
Valspar
Nearly identical
Lime Sorbet
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Neon Lights
Vista Paint
Very similar
Green Grape
PPG
Very similar
Spring Grass
Behr
Very similar
Liming
Kilz
Very similar
Perfectly Pear
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Petal .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Hog Plum
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Vacation Island
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Primavera
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chic Lime
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chic Lime
#D9DF7C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#94BE74
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chic Lime
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chic 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Chic Lime.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chic Lime — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chic Lime have?
Chic Lime by Benjamin Moore 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 Chic Lime in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chic Lime from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chic Lime are Celery by Valspar (a near-identical match), Garden Fresh by Valspar (a near-identical match), Lime Sorbet by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Chic 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 Chic Lime?
Chic Lime has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 65.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Chic Lime's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.