Lime Sorbet DE5550 is a yellow paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #CFDD7B, estimated LRV 66 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Candy Green from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #CFDD7B · DE5550
Lime Sorbet
66%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Lime Sorbet Technical Profile
HEX Code#CFDD7B
RGB207, 221, 123
Estimated LRV66.4
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
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Lime Sorbet
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lime Sorbet
#CFDD7B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8FBD75
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lime Sorbet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lime Sorbet 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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Lime Sorbet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lime Sorbet have?
Lime Sorbet by Dunn-Edwards 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 Lime Sorbet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lime Sorbet are Candy Green by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Goody Gumdrop by PPG (a close digital match), Green Grape by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Lime Sorbet'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 Lime Sorbet?
Lime Sorbet has a estimated lightness value of 66.4, 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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