Pine Needle vs Obi Lilac
Pine Needle (Dulux) and Obi Lilac (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Pine Needle belongs to the green family and Obi Lilac to the grey family. The 32-point LRV gap — 39 for Obi Lilac vs 7 for Pine Needle — means Obi Lilac will open up a space more effectively. Both share a cool character, which means they'll respond to light and surrounding materials in similar ways. A ΔE of 47.5 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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Pine Needle vs Obi Lilac Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Pine Needle on one side and Obi Lilac 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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