Citron vs English Hyacinth
Both are Benjamin Moore colors. Hue-wise, Citron belongs to the beige-yellow family and English Hyacinth to the blue family. At LRV 62 vs 52, English Hyacinth will read as the brighter of the two — a 10-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Citron's yellow character against English Hyacinth's blue — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 82.6, 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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Citron vs English Hyacinth Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Citron on one side and English Hyacinth 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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