Overcast vs Obsidian Green
Overcast (Benjamin Moore) and Obsidian Green (Little Greene) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Overcast belongs to the beige-greige family and Obsidian Green to the green family. The 68-point LRV gap — 69 for Overcast vs 1 for Obsidian Green — means Overcast will open up a space more effectively. Where Overcast leans yellow, Obsidian Green reads green — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 76.8 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.
Color Details
Overcast vs Obsidian Green Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Overcast on one side and Obsidian Green 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.
More Overcast comparisons
See how Overcast stacks up against other well-photographed colors across different brands and tones.
