Fiddlehead Green vs S 5040-B80G
Fiddlehead Green is a Benjamin Moore color while S 5040-B80G comes from NCS. Hue-wise, Fiddlehead Green belongs to the blue-green family and S 5040-B80G to the blue family. With LRVs of 11 and 8, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. The tonal difference — Fiddlehead Green's green character against S 5040-B80G's cool — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 5.6, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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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Fiddlehead Green vs S 5040-B80G Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Fiddlehead Green on one side and S 5040-B80G 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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