Ref. #D3D463 · MP1509
Bitter Lime
62%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Bitter Lime Technical Profile
What color is Bitter Lime? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #D3D463. Colors similar to Bitter Lime include Benjamin Moore Grape Green, Valspar Citrus Tickle, Benjamin Moore Granny. Bitter Lime has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 62, Bitter Lime 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 Bitter 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 Bitter Lime
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bitter Lime
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bitter Lime
#D3D463
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#98BC76
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bitter Lime
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bitter 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 MPC Colors
Other MPC colors close to Bitter 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.
Bitter Lime — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bitter Lime have?
Bitter Lime by MPC has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Bitter Lime from other brands?
The closest matches are Grape Green by Benjamin Moore (#D6D96A), Citrus Tickle by Valspar (#DAD969), Granny by Benjamin Moore (#D2D357). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bitter Lime?
Bitter Lime has an LRV of 61.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bitter Lime's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.