Basic Lime LF250-01 is a yellow paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #D3D7A0, LRV 65 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spring Cactus from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D3D7A0 · LF250-01
Basic Lime
65%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Basic Lime Technical Profile
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Basic Lime in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Basic Lime in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzBasic Lime
Nearly identical
PPGSpring Cactus
Spring Cactus
PPG
Nearly identical
Crocodile Tears
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Fresh Start
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Folk Art
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Fresh Start
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Mild Evergreen
Valspar
Nearly identical
Thrive .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
Sweet Jasmine
Behr
Very similar
Dancing Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Genteel Grape
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Hog Plum
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Basic Lime
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Basic Lime
#D3D7A0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#95B280
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Basic Lime
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Basic 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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Basic 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.
Basic Lime — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Basic Lime have?
Basic Lime by Kilz 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 Basic Lime in your own space before committing.
What colors match Basic Lime from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Basic Lime are Spring Cactus by PPG (a near-identical match), Crocodile Tears by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Fresh Start by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Basic 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 Basic Lime?
Basic Lime has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 65.0, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Basic Lime's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.