Windy City vs Obsidian Green
Windy City is a Benjamin Moore color while Obsidian Green comes from Little Greene. Hue-wise, Windy City belongs to the grey family and Obsidian Green to the green family. At LRV 17 vs 1, Windy City will read as the brighter of the two — a 16-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Windy City's red character against Obsidian Green's green — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 36.6, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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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Windy City vs Obsidian Green Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Windy City 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.
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