Guilford Green vs New Retro
Guilford Green and New Retro come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. Guilford Green reads as beige-green, while New Retro reads as green — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 20-point LRV gap — 77 for New Retro vs 57 for Guilford Green — means New Retro will open up a space more effectively. Where Guilford Green leans yellow, New Retro reads green — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 12.9 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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Guilford Green vs New Retro Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Guilford Green on one side and New Retro 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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