Upbeat vs Citron
Upbeat is a Behr color while Citron comes from Farrow & Ball. Upbeat reads as beige-yellow, while Citron reads as beige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 76 vs 65, Upbeat will read as the brighter of the two — a 11-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Upbeat's yellow character against Citron's warm — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 7.0, 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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Upbeat vs Citron Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Upbeat on one side and Citron 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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