Exotic Lime 399 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CBCB36, estimated LRV 52 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bali Bamboo from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #CBCB36 · 399
Exotic Lime
52%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Exotic Lime Technical Profile
HEX Code#CBCB36
RGB203, 203, 54
Estimated LRV52.2
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
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Exotic Lime
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Exotic Lime
#CBCB36
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99BD75
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Exotic Lime
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Exotic 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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Exotic Lime — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Exotic Lime have?
Exotic Lime by Benjamin Moore 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 Exotic Lime from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Exotic Lime are Bali Bamboo by PPG (a close digital match), Green Gone Wild by Kilz (a close digital match), Lavish Lime by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Exotic 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 Exotic Lime?
Exotic Lime has a estimated lightness value of 52.2, 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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