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Mid-Century ModernNorth-Facing

Lime Tart

Benjamin Moore · 2033-40

The Analysis

Lime Tart is a vibrant, saturated green that actively bounces light around a space, making it feel punchier and more awake. With an LRV of 48.54, it sits right in the middle ground, meaning it offers significant color impact without sucking all the light out of a room.

Due to its high chroma, this is best used as a bold accent color, such as on cabinetry, a single feature wall, or a piece of furniture. It is generally too intense to use as a primary wall color throughout an entire house.

LRV 49

History & Origin

This shade aligns with modern, playful design trends rather than historical palettes. It fits perfectly into contemporary homes looking to inject a sense of 21st-century vitality.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyGreen-Yellow

How to Use It

It works best in kitchens, laundry rooms, or creative offices. Pair it with light oak or blonde wood tones to keep it organic, or use matte black hardware to ground the brightness and add a sharp, modern contrast.

The Mood

This color is undeniably energizing and leans toward a fresh, botanical feel. Because of its high intensity, it is better suited for spaces where you want to feel alert and active rather than rooms meant for winding down.

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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