Boardwalk vs Obsidian Green
Boardwalk (Benjamin Moore) and Obsidian Green (Little Greene) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Boardwalk belongs to the beige family and Obsidian Green to the green family. The 46-point LRV gap — 47 for Boardwalk vs 1 for Obsidian Green — means Boardwalk will open up a space more effectively. Where Boardwalk leans red, Obsidian Green reads green — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 69.8 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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Boardwalk vs Obsidian Green Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Boardwalk on one side and Obsidian 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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