New Retro vs Acorn
New Retro is a Benjamin Moore color while Acorn comes from Little Greene. Hue-wise, New Retro belongs to the green family and Acorn to the yellow family. With LRVs of 77 and 75, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. The tonal difference — New Retro's green character against Acorn's yellow — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 8.5, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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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New Retro vs Acorn Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see New Retro on one side and Acorn 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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