Lime Rickey vs Parakeet
Both are Sherwin-Williams colors. Lime Rickey reads as yellow, while Parakeet reads as beige-yellow — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 45 vs 41, Lime Rickey will read as the brighter of the two — a 4-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Lime Rickey's neutral character against Parakeet's warm — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 7.7, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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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Lime Rickey vs Parakeet Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Lime Rickey on one side and Parakeet 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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