Lichen Green vs S 3030-Y30R
Lichen Green (Benjamin Moore) and S 3030-Y30R (NCS) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Lichen Green belongs to the beige-green family and S 3030-Y30R to the beige family. The 5-point LRV gap — 33 for S 3030-Y30R vs 27 for Lichen Green — means S 3030-Y30R will open up a space more effectively. Where Lichen Green leans yellow, S 3030-Y30R reads warm — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 20.7 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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Lichen Green vs S 3030-Y30R Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Lichen Green on one side and S 3030-Y30R 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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