Citrus Green vs Freshwater Green
Citrus Green (Benjamin Moore) and Freshwater Green (Valspar) come from different manufacturers. Citrus Green reads as green, while Freshwater Green reads as green-yellow — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 4-point LRV gap — 56 for Freshwater Green vs 52 for Citrus Green — means Freshwater Green will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 33.7 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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Citrus Green vs Freshwater Green Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Citrus Green on one side and Freshwater 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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