Citra Lime vs Exotic Purple
Citra Lime and Exotic Purple come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. Citra Lime reads as green, while Exotic Purple reads as purple — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 74-point LRV gap — 79 for Citra Lime vs 5 for Exotic Purple — means Citra Lime will open up a space more effectively. Where Citra Lime leans green, Exotic Purple reads purple — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 79.4 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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Citra Lime vs Exotic Purple Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Citra Lime on one side and Exotic Purple 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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