Tequila Lime 2028-30 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #A7BB33, LRV 42 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is In the Tropics from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A7BB33 · 2028-30
Tequila Lime
42%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Tequila Lime Technical Profile
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Tequila Lime in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tequila 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 MooreTequila Lime
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsIn the Tropics
In the Tropics
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Hopscotch
PPG
Very similar
Sporting Green
Vista Paint
Very similar
Asparagus
Valspar
Very similar
Lemon Grass
Behr
Very similar
Electric Lime
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Spring Ivy
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Hyper
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Thrive .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Lush Green
Kilz
Visible difference
Lemon Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tequila Lime
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tequila Lime
#A7BB33
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85B66B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tequila Lime
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tequila 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 Tequila 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.
Tequila Lime — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tequila Lime have?
Tequila 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 Tequila Lime in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tequila Lime from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tequila Lime are In the Tropics by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Hopscotch by PPG (a very close match), Sporting Green by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Tequila 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 Tequila Lime?
Tequila Lime has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 41.7, 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 Tequila Lime's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.