Mid-Century ModernSouth-Facing

LIME OBSESSION

Jotun · 7066

The Analysis

Lime Obsession is a muted, earthy olive that provides significant character without being neon. With an LRV of 39.83, it absorbs more light than it reflects, which will make a room feel cozy and grounded rather than expansive or airy.

It acts as a strong backdrop or a statement color rather than a neutral. Use it on all four walls for a moody, immersive look, or as a feature wall to anchor a room’s focal point.

LRV 40

History & Origin

This tone draws from mid-century organic palettes, bridging the gap between vintage 1970s aesthetics and contemporary biophilic design. It feels established and rooted rather than trendy or disposable.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyGreen-Yellow

How to Use It

It excels in studies, dens, or bedrooms where you want a settled atmosphere. Pair it with warm walnut wood tones and matte black hardware to heighten its sophisticated, earthy quality.

The Mood

This color feels stable and organic, leaning toward a restful, nature-inspired environment. It is less intense than a primary green, making it a sustainable choice for daily living that avoids feeling over-stimulating.

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

Perceptually similar colours from across all brands in our database.

  • Boxington®

    Little Greene · 6154

  • Parrot Green

    Benjamin Moore · CW-465

  • Peter Pan 0786

    Colourtrend

  • Spring Ahead

    Valspar · V058-1

  • Fiddlehead Fern

    Valspar · 6003-6B

  • Lime Rickey

    Sherwin-Williams · SW6717

Lighting

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

  • Natural