Startling Orange vs Marigold
Where Startling Orange belongs to Benjamin Moore's range, Marigold is a Little Greene color. Both sit in the beige family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. Marigold (LRV 35) reflects noticeably more light than Startling Orange (LRV 32), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean red, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. The ΔE 5.7 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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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Startling Orange vs Marigold Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Startling Orange on one side and Marigold 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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