Ref. #DFE3D0 · 1122-2
Lime Wash
75%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Lime Wash Technical Profile
What color is Lime Wash? It's a light cool green with the hex code #DFE3D0. Colors similar to Lime Wash include Benjamin Moore Sweet Celadon, Vista Paint Mystical Mist, Behr Folly. Lime Wash has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 75, Lime Wash reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight.
Colors Similar to Lime Wash
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Sweet Celadon
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Mystical Mist
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Folly
Behr
Nearly identical
Just About Green
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Parisian Mist
Valspar
Nearly identical
Crimson Prl over Eagle Feather
MPC
Nearly identical
Celadon Vase
Kilz
Nearly identical
Gratifying Green
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lime Wash
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lime Wash
#DFE3D0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#90AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lime Wash
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lime Wash 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Lime Wash.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lime Wash — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lime Wash have?
Lime Wash by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Lime Wash from other brands?
The closest matches are Sweet Celadon by Benjamin Moore (#DCE0CD), Mystical Mist by Vista Paint (#DBE0CE), Folly by Behr (#DFE2D1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Lime Wash?
Lime Wash has an LRV of 75.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Lime Wash's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.