Apple Green vs Blue Grotto
Both from Benjamin Moore's palette. Apple Green reads as green-yellow, while Blue Grotto reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Apple Green (LRV 66) reflects noticeably more light than Blue Grotto (LRV 6), a difference of 59 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Apple Green runs yellow while Blue Grotto is decidedly blue, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. With a ΔE of 106.7, 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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Apple Green vs Blue Grotto Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Apple Green on one side and Blue Grotto 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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