Summer Lime vs Washed Linen
Summer Lime (Benjamin Moore) and Washed Linen (Jotun) come from different manufacturers. Summer Lime reads as beige-yellow, while Washed Linen reads as beige-greige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 30-point LRV gap — 84 for Summer Lime vs 55 for Washed Linen — means Summer Lime will open up a space more effectively. Where Summer Lime leans yellow, Washed Linen reads warm — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 24.1 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.
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Summer Lime vs Washed Linen Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Summer Lime on one side and Washed Linen 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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