Alligator Green vs Shiitake Mushroom
Alligator Green and Shiitake Mushroom come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. Alligator Green reads as beige-green, while Shiitake Mushroom reads as beige-greige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 11-point LRV gap — 34 for Shiitake Mushroom vs 23 for Alligator Green — means Shiitake Mushroom will open up a space more effectively. Where Alligator Green leans yellow, Shiitake Mushroom reads red — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 11.8 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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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Alligator Green vs Shiitake Mushroom Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Alligator Green on one side and Shiitake Mushroom 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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