Dark Lime 2027-10 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #9AB10A, LRV 38 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lemon Grass from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9AB10A · 2027-10
Dark Lime
38%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Dark Lime Technical Profile
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Dark Lime in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dark 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 MooreDark Lime
Nearly identical
BehrLemon Grass
Lemon Grass
Behr
Nearly identical
Electric Lime
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Spring Ivy
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sporting Green
Vista Paint
Very similar
In the Tropics
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Asparagus
Valspar
Very similar
Hopscotch
PPG
Very similar
Science Experiment
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Thrive .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Lush Green
Kilz
Visible difference
Lemon Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Lime
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Lime
#9AB10A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#65B737
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Lime
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark 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 Dark 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.
Dark Lime — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Lime have?
Dark 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 Dark Lime in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dark Lime from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Lime are Lemon Grass by Behr (a near-identical match), Venom by Behr (a very close match), Electric Lime by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Dark 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 Dark Lime?
Dark Lime has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.3, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dark Lime's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.