Opal Essence vs Serene Breeze paint color comparison

Opal Essence vs Serene Breeze

Both are Benjamin Moore colors. These are both greens, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within green to land. At LRV 75 vs 69, Opal Essence will read as the brighter of the two — a 7-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. They share a green quality — useful to know if you're layering them in the same space. At ΔE 3.6, 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.

Color Details

Opal Essence
Benjamin Moore · 680
LRV75.4
BrandBenjamin Moore
Number680
UndertoneGreen
TemperatureCool
BrightnessLight
Serene Breeze
Benjamin Moore · 449
LRV68.5
BrandBenjamin Moore
Number449
UndertoneGreen
TemperatureCool
BrightnessLight

Opal Essence vs Serene Breeze Simulated Comparison

5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Opal Essence on one side and Serene Breeze on the other.

Bathroom
Bedroom
House
Kitchen Cabinets
Living Room

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.