Underground Gardens vs Zen
Both from Behr's palette. These are both green-greys, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within green-grey to land. Zen (LRV 46) reflects noticeably more light than Underground Gardens (LRV 28), a difference of 17 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean green, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 13.4, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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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Underground Gardens vs Zen Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Underground Gardens on one side and Zen 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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