Approaching Storm vs Russell Green
Both are Benjamin Moore colors. Hue-wise, Approaching Storm belongs to the blue-grey family and Russell Green to the green-yellow family. At LRV 39 vs 9, Russell Green will read as the brighter of the two — a 30-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Approaching Storm's blue and purple character against Russell Green's green — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 47.9, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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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Approaching Storm vs Russell Green Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Approaching Storm on one side and Russell Green 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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