May Apple vs Lime Granita
May Apple is a Behr color while Lime Granita comes from Sherwin-Williams. Hue-wise, May Apple belongs to the beige-yellow family and Lime Granita to the yellow family. At LRV 81 vs 73, May Apple will read as the brighter of the two — a 9-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — May Apple's yellow character against Lime Granita's neutral — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 6.9, 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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May Apple vs Lime Granita Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see May Apple on one side and Lime Granita 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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