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Chic Lime

Benjamin Moore · 396

The Analysis

Chic Lime is a high-energy, yellow-leaning green that acts as a powerful light reflector. With an LRV of 68.27, it bounces a significant amount of light around a space, making small rooms feel noticeably more open and alert.

This is a bold, high-chroma shade that works best as a statement wall or an accent piece rather than an entire home palette. It serves as a sharp focal point that draws the eye and injects immediate personality into otherwise neutral zones.

LRV 68

History & Origin

This shade leans heavily into modern, high-contrast design trends rather than period-specific aesthetics. It fits perfectly into contemporary spaces that favor saturated pops of color over traditional, muted heritage palettes.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyGreen-Yellow

How to Use It

Use this in kitchens, mudrooms, or creative studios where you want to boost energy levels. Pair it with matte black hardware for a modern edge or light white-oak wood tones to keep the look balanced and organic.

The Mood

Living with this colour feels undeniably energizing and active. It mimics the brightness of early spring foliage, creating a clean, crisp environment that prevents a room from feeling stagnant or dull.

Colour harmonies

Complementary

Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.

Analogous

Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.

Split complementary

Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.

Tetradic (square)

Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.

Monochromatic

Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.

Brand Matches

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Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

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