Lime Mousse 6008-9B is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #E2E48F, estimated LRV 74 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sassy Lime from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #E2E48F · 6008-9B
Lime Mousse
74%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Lime Mousse Technical Profile
HEX Code#E2E48F
RGB226, 228, 143
Estimated LRV73.6
UndertoneCool (Green)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyyellow
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Lime Mousse
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lime Mousse
#E2E48F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#97BE74
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lime Mousse
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lime Mousse 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
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Lime Mousse — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lime Mousse have?
Lime Mousse by Valspar has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the yellow color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Lime Mousse from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lime Mousse are Sassy Lime by Kilz (a close digital match), Green Charm by Behr (a close digital match), Pear Cider by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Lime Mousse's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Lime Mousse?
Lime Mousse has a estimated lightness value of 73.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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