California Blue vs Evergreen Fog
California Blue (Benjamin Moore) and Evergreen Fog (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, California Blue belongs to the blue family and Evergreen Fog to the green-grey family. The 21-point LRV gap — 30 for Evergreen Fog vs 10 for California Blue — means Evergreen Fog will open up a space more effectively. Where California Blue leans blue, Evergreen Fog reads neutral — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 47.8 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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California Blue vs Evergreen Fog Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see California Blue on one side and Evergreen Fog 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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