Citra Lime
Benjamin Moore · 2032-60
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The Analysis
Citra Lime is a high-energy, high-LRV (82.11) green that acts like a light reflector, making small or dim rooms feel significantly more open and spacious. Because it has such a high light-reflectance value, it will aggressively bounce available light around, effectively acting as an artificial light source during the day.
This is a bold, high-chroma choice that functions best as an accent wall, a ceiling pop, or cabinetry color rather than a whole-home neutral. Used on all four walls, it can quickly become overwhelming, so keep it to smaller areas like mudrooms, laundry rooms, or an interior door.
LRV 82History & Origin
This shade leans heavily into modern, fresh design rather than historical palettes. It echoes the vibrant, plastic-forward aesthetics of late Mid-Century design or contemporary 'pop' interiors.
How to Use It
Pair this with natural light woods like white oak to ground the intensity, or use matte black hardware to provide a sharp, modern contrast. It performs best in rooms where you want a clean, organized, and intentional design statement.
The Mood
Living with this shade feels crisp and invigorating rather than relaxing. It is a 'wake-up' color that brings a clean, botanical energy to the home, making it best suited for spaces where you want to feel alert and active.
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.
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