Guilford Green vs Waterfall
Guilford Green (Benjamin Moore) and Waterfall (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Guilford Green reads as beige-green, while Waterfall reads as blue-green — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 14-point LRV gap — 71 for Waterfall vs 57 for Guilford Green — means Waterfall will open up a space more effectively. Where Guilford Green leans yellow, Waterfall reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 17.4 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 Waterfall Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Guilford Green on one side and Waterfall 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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