Simply Sage vs Lichen
Simply Sage is a Behr color while Lichen comes from Farrow & Ball. Hue-wise, Simply Sage belongs to the grey family and Lichen to the greige-grey family. At LRV 38 vs 34, Simply Sage 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 — Simply Sage's yellow character against Lichen's warm — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 4.2, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. Below you'll find 1 real-room photo comparison where both colors appear side by side, plus 5 simulated room previews.
Simply Sage vs Lichen in Real Spaces
1 real room side by side. Simply Sage and Lichen 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.
Bedroom
Bedroom walls are often seen under warm artificial light, a context that shifts both colors from how they look on a chip. The brightness difference is modest but present — Simply Sage gives the walls a little more lift.
Color Details
Simply Sage vs Lichen Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Simply Sage on one side and Lichen 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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