Ref. #E3DEB3 · 9668
Wild Lime
72%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Wild Lime Technical Profile
What color is Wild Lime? It's a light warm neutral with the hex code #E3DEB3. Colors similar to Wild Lime include Benjamin Moore Stanhope Yellow, Benjamin Moore Pale Sea Mist, Behr Fresh Willow. Wild Lime has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 72, Wild Lime reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. As a warm neutral, Wild Lime pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Wild Lime
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Wild Lime
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wild Lime
#E3DEB3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9FB57D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wild Lime
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wild 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Wild Lime.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Wild Lime — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wild Lime have?
Wild Lime by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Wild Lime from other brands?
The closest matches are Stanhope Yellow by Benjamin Moore (#E7E1BA), Pale Sea Mist by Benjamin Moore (#DEDDB2), Fresh Willow by Behr (#E1D9AC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Wild Lime?
Wild Lime has an LRV of 71.8, 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 Wild Lime's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.