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Glidden Limited Lime

PPG1217-2 · #EAECB9 · LRV ~81

Closest tone in another brand: Valspar Grasshopper (~98% proximity)

Limited Lime (PPG1217-2) is a light yellow from Glidden, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 81 (very light): it bounces back most of the light that hits it, so it keeps rooms bright. in strong direct sun it can look stark. The closest tone in another brand is Valspar Grasshopper (~98% proximity).

Closest tone to Limited Lime in other brands

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LRV (estimated)

81 · Very light

Temperature

Warm

Code

PPG1217-2

HEX

#EAECB9

RGB

234, 236, 185

HSL

62°, 57%, 83%

Family

Yellows

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Limited Lime FAQ

What is the LRV of Limited Lime?

Limited Lime has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 81 on a 0–100 scale, which is very light. It bounces back most of the light that hits it, so it keeps rooms bright. In strong direct sun it can look stark. It is an estimate from the digital HEX, not the LRV published by the brand.

What is the closest tone to Limited Lime in other brands?

Valspar: Grasshopper (6007-7B), ~98% proximity; PPG: Lots Of Bubbles (PPG1220-3), ~97% proximity; Benjamin Moore: Lemon Twist (394), ~96% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Springtime (SW 6708), ~94% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Springtime (HGSW6708), ~94% proximity; Dunn-Edwards: Perfect Pear (DE5519), ~93% proximity; Behr: Invigorating (P340-2), ~92% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Dayroom Yellow (No. 233), ~79% proximity. These are estimates of digital closeness on screen, not proven physical equivalence or official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of Limited Lime?

The HEX code of Limited Lime (PPG1217-2) is #EAECB9, RGB 234, 236, 185. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.