Citrona vs Lime Rickey
Citrona is a Farrow & Ball color while Lime Rickey comes from Sherwin-Williams. Hue-wise, Citrona belongs to the beige-yellow family and Lime Rickey to the yellow family. At LRV 57 vs 45, Citrona will read as the brighter of the two — a 12-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Citrona's warm character against Lime Rickey's neutral — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 13.5, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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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Citrona vs Lime Rickey Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Citrona on one side and Lime Rickey 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.
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