Ref. #D0C58B · LF170-02
Lime Tart
55%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Lime Tart Technical Profile
What color is Lime Tart? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #D0C58B. Colors similar to Lime Tart include Valspar Olive Marinade, Benjamin Moore Artichoke Hearts, Dunn-Edwards Sour Apple. Lime Tart has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 55, Lime Tart sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Lime Tart 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 Lime Tart
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lime Tart
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lime Tart
#D0C58B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A1B37F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lime Tart
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lime Tart 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 Lime Tart.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lime Tart — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lime Tart have?
Lime Tart by Kilz has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Lime Tart from other brands?
The closest matches are Olive Marinade by Valspar (#CBC58D), Artichoke Hearts by Benjamin Moore (#D6C68A), Sour Apple by Dunn-Edwards (#D2C785). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Lime Tart?
Lime Tart has an LRV of 55.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Lime Tart's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.