Douglas Fern vs Iris Bliss
Douglas Fern and Iris Bliss come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. Douglas Fern reads as green, while Iris Bliss reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 20-point LRV gap — 55 for Douglas Fern vs 34 for Iris Bliss — means Douglas Fern will open up a space more effectively. Where Douglas Fern leans green, Iris Bliss reads purple — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 40.3 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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Douglas Fern vs Iris Bliss Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Douglas Fern on one side and Iris Bliss 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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