Mortar vs Filmy Green
Mortar (Behr) and Filmy Green (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Mortar reads as grey, while Filmy Green reads as green-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 3-point LRV gap — 67 for Mortar vs 64 for Filmy Green — means Mortar will open up a space more effectively. Where Mortar leans yellow, Filmy Green reads neutral — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 2.7 puts them in subtle territory — distinguishable in direct comparison, less so from across a room. Below you'll find 1 real-room photo comparison where both colors appear side by side, plus 5 simulated room previews.
Mortar vs Filmy Green in Real Spaces
1 real room side by side. Mortar and Filmy Green are close enough that the difference can be hard to judge from a chip alone — these photos show how each reads at scale, across different spaces and lighting conditions.
Bathroom
Small bathrooms intensify color. A shade that seems quiet in a larger room can feel immersive when you're surrounded by it on four walls. Filmy Green reads more restrained here, while Mortar adds a sense of enclosure and warmth.
Color Details
Mortar vs Filmy Green Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Mortar on one side and Filmy Green 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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