Dark Lime vs Electric Lime
Dark Lime (Benjamin Moore) and Electric Lime (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. These are both yellows, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within yellow to land. The 5-point LRV gap — 42 for Electric Lime vs 37 for Dark Lime — means Electric Lime will open up a space more effectively. Where Dark Lime leans yellow, Electric Lime reads neutral — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. ΔE 5.6 means they're clearly different, but not dramatically so — they'd pair well in the same room. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.
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Dark Lime vs Electric Lime Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Dark Lime on one side and Electric Lime on the other.
Digital color is approximate. These simulations are generated from the manufacturer's hex values and overlaid on grayscale room photos — your screen's calibration, brightness, and viewing angle all affect how they render. Before committing to either color, test physical samples in your own space under the light you actually live with.
More Dark Lime comparisons
See how Dark Lime stacks up against other well-photographed colors across different brands and tones.
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Hardwick White reads slightly lighter (LRV 44 vs 37), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
At LRV 84 vs 37, Pure White is decisively the brighter choice.
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Shoji White reflects far more light (LRV 74 vs 37), opening up a space where Dark Lime encloses it.
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