Green Lime vs Mermaid Tears
Green Lime is a Cloverdale Paint color while Mermaid Tears comes from PPG. Green Lime reads as green-yellow, while Mermaid Tears reads as yellow — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 72 vs 66, Mermaid Tears will read as the brighter of the two — a 6-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 6.0, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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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Green Lime vs Mermaid Tears Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Green Lime on one side and Mermaid Tears 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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