Ref. #EFECC0 · 6008-9A
Lime Kiss
82%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Lime Kiss Technical Profile
What color is Lime Kiss? It's a very light cool yellow with the hex code #EFECC0. Colors similar to Lime Kiss include Vista Paint Provincial Garden, PPG Banana Pudding, Benjamin Moore Jasper Opal. Lime Kiss has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 82, Lime Kiss 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 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 Kiss 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 Kiss
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lime Kiss
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lime Kiss
#EFECC0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9EBD75
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lime Kiss
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lime Kiss 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Lime Kiss.
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 Kiss — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lime Kiss have?
Lime Kiss by Valspar has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Lime Kiss from other brands?
The closest matches are Provincial Garden by Vista Paint (#F0EDC4), Banana Pudding by PPG (#F4EFC3), Jasper Opal by Benjamin Moore (#F4EEC2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Lime Kiss?
Lime Kiss has an LRV of 82.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Lime Kiss's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.