Luck of the Irish vs S 5040-G
Luck of the Irish (Benjamin Moore) and S 5040-G (NCS) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Luck of the Irish belongs to the green family and S 5040-G to the blue-green family. The 16-point LRV gap — 24 for Luck of the Irish vs 8 for S 5040-G — means Luck of the Irish will open up a space more effectively. Where Luck of the Irish leans green, S 5040-G reads cool — 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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Luck of the Irish vs S 5040-G Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Luck of the Irish on one side and S 5040-G 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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