Ref. #E1DCAA · CSP-845
Lime Sherbet
67%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Lime Sherbet Technical Profile
What color is Lime Sherbet? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #E1DCAA. Colors similar to Lime Sherbet include Dunn-Edwards Olive Oil, Kilz Shimmering Green, Vista Paint Spring Farm. Lime Sherbet has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 67, Lime Sherbet sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Lime Sherbet reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Lime Sherbet
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lime Sherbet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lime Sherbet
#E1DCAA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9EB67C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lime Sherbet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lime Sherbet 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 Lime Sherbet.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lime Sherbet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lime Sherbet have?
Lime Sherbet by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Lime Sherbet from other brands?
The closest matches are Olive Oil by Dunn-Edwards (#E2DCAB), Shimmering Green by Kilz (#E3DEA5), Spring Farm by Vista Paint (#DCDCAA). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Lime Sherbet?
Lime Sherbet has an LRV of 66.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Lime Sherbet's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.