Smoky Green vs Pewter Green
Where Smoky Green belongs to Benjamin Moore's range, Pewter Green is a Sherwin-Williams color. These are both green-greys, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within green-grey to land. Smoky Green (LRV 61) reflects noticeably more light than Pewter Green (LRV 12), a difference of 49 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean neutral, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 41.5, 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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Smoky Green vs Pewter Green Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Smoky Green on one side and Pewter 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.
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