Ref. #CBCC5B · MP1510
Chartreuse Liqueur
57%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Chartreuse Liqueur Technical Profile
What color is Chartreuse Liqueur? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #CBCC5B. Colors similar to Chartreuse Liqueur include PPG Slap Happy, Benjamin Moore Granny, Valspar Parsley Sprig. Chartreuse Liqueur has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 57, Chartreuse Liqueur 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 Chartreuse Liqueur 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 Chartreuse Liqueur
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chartreuse Liqueur
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chartreuse Liqueur
#CBCC5B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#98B979
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chartreuse Liqueur
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chartreuse Liqueur 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 Chartreuse Liqueur.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chartreuse Liqueur — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chartreuse Liqueur have?
Chartreuse Liqueur by MPC has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Chartreuse Liqueur from other brands?
The closest matches are Slap Happy by PPG (#C9CC4A), Granny by Benjamin Moore (#D2D357), Parsley Sprig by Valspar (#C2C54B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Chartreuse Liqueur?
Chartreuse Liqueur has an LRV of 56.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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