Nicolson Green vs Washington Blue
Both from Benjamin Moore's palette. Nicolson Green reads as green-grey, while Washington Blue reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Nicolson Green (LRV 22) reflects noticeably more light than Washington Blue (LRV 7), a difference of 14 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Nicolson Green runs green while Washington Blue is decidedly cool, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. With a ΔE of 33.1, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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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Nicolson Green vs Washington Blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Nicolson Green on one side and Washington Blue 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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