Ref. #FCF9BD · DE5513
Lemon Lime
92%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Lemon Lime Technical Profile
What color is Lemon Lime? It's a very light cool yellow with the hex code #FCF9BD. Colors similar to Lemon Lime include Behr Natural Light, Behr Moon Dance, Behr Candlelight Yellow. Lemon Lime has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 92, Lemon Lime reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Lemon Lime 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 Lemon Lime
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lemon Lime
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lemon Lime
#FCF9BD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9ED161
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lemon Lime
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lemon 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Lemon 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.
Lemon Lime — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lemon Lime have?
Lemon Lime by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Lemon Lime from other brands?
The closest matches are Natural Light by Behr (#FCFABE), Moon Dance by Behr (#F9F6B3), Candlelight Yellow by Behr (#F8F9C3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Lemon Lime?
Lemon Lime has an LRV of 92.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Lemon Lime's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.