Iguana Green vs Phthalo Green
Iguana Green (Benjamin Moore) and Phthalo Green (Little Greene) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Iguana Green belongs to the green-yellow family and Phthalo Green to the green family. The 15-point LRV gap — 46 for Phthalo Green vs 30 for Iguana Green — means Phthalo Green will open up a space more effectively. Both share a green character, which means they'll respond to light and surrounding materials in similar ways. A ΔE of 19.9 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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Iguana Green vs Phthalo Green Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Iguana Green on one side and Phthalo Green 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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