Exotic Lime 399 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CBCB36, 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.
Ref. #CBCB36 · 399
Exotic Lime
52%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Exotic Lime Technical Profile
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Exotic Lime in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Exotic 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 MooreExotic Lime
Nearly identical
PPGBali Bamboo
Bali Bamboo
PPG
Nearly identical
Green Gone Wild
Kilz
Nearly identical
Lavish Lime
Valspar
Nearly identical
Limelight
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Sulfur Yellow
Behr
Very similar
Sour Lime
Vista Paint
Very similar
Hoppy Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Center Stage
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Ivory
RAL
Visible difference
Petal .02
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Yellow Umbrella
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Exotic Lime
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
Pure 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Exotic 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.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Exotic Lime in your own space before committing.
What colors match Exotic Lime from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Exotic Lime are Bali Bamboo by PPG (a near-identical match), Green Gone Wild by Kilz (a near-identical match), Lavish Lime by Valspar (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Exotic Lime's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.