Macadamia Nut vs Artichoke
Macadamia Nut (Benjamin Moore) and Artichoke (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Macadamia Nut belongs to the beige family and Artichoke to the grey family. The 52-point LRV gap — 74 for Macadamia Nut vs 21 for Artichoke — means Macadamia Nut will open up a space more effectively. Where Macadamia Nut leans warm, Artichoke reads neutral — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 38.0 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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Macadamia Nut vs Artichoke Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Macadamia Nut on one side and Artichoke 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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At LRV 74 vs 30, Macadamia Nut is decisively the brighter choice.
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At LRV 74 vs 41, Macadamia Nut is decisively the brighter choice.
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