Lime Twist 6009-8 is a green paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #516D44, LRV 13 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Climbing Ivy from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #516D44 · 6009-8
Lime Twist
13%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Lime Twist Technical Profile
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Lime Twist in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lime Twist in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparLime Twist
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsClimbing Ivy
Climbing Ivy
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Reseda Green
RAL
Very similar
Clover Leaf
PPG
Very similar
Inland
Behr
Very similar
Pickle Juice
Kilz
Very similar
Cilantro
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Greened Grass
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Tall Timber
Vista Paint
Very similar
Mother Nature
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Herb Garden
Benjamin Moore
Visible difference
Bancha
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lime Twist
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lime Twist
#516D44
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5B8964
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lime Twist
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lime Twist 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 Twist.
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 Twist — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lime Twist have?
Lime Twist by Valspar has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Lime Twist in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lime Twist from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lime Twist are Climbing Ivy by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Reseda Green by RAL (a very close match), Clover Leaf by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Lime Twist'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 Twist?
Lime Twist has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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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 Twist's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.