Guilford Green vs Cardinal
Guilford Green (Benjamin Moore) and Cardinal (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Guilford Green belongs to the beige-green family and Cardinal to the pink-red family. The 50-point LRV gap — 57 for Guilford Green vs 8 for Cardinal — means Guilford Green will open up a space more effectively. Where Guilford Green leans yellow, Cardinal reads warm — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 79.1 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 Cardinal Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Guilford Green on one side and Cardinal 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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