Better Lime LH280 is a yellow paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #929437, estimated LRV 28 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Be Yourself from PPG (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #929437 · LH280
Better Lime
28%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Better Lime Technical Profile
HEX Code#929437
RGB146, 148, 55
Estimated LRV27.6
UndertoneCool (Green)
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Color Familyyellow
BrandKilz
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Colors That Work With Better Lime
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Better Lime
#929437
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7DA25C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Better Lime
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Better 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
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Better Lime — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Better Lime have?
Better Lime by Kilz 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 Better Lime from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Better Lime are Be Yourself by PPG (a very close match), Forest Moss by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Luau Green by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Better 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 Better Lime?
Better Lime has a estimated lightness value of 27.6, 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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