Blue Macaw vs Guilford Green
Blue Macaw and Guilford Green come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. Blue Macaw reads as blue, while Guilford Green reads as beige-green — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 39-point LRV gap — 57 for Guilford Green vs 18 for Blue Macaw — means Guilford Green will open up a space more effectively. Where Blue Macaw leans blue, Guilford Green reads yellow — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 58.9 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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Blue Macaw vs Guilford Green Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Blue Macaw on one side and Guilford 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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