Hidey Hole vs Lamp Black
Both are Little Greene colors. Hidey Hole reads as green, while Lamp Black reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 80 vs 3, Hidey Hole will read as the brighter of the two — a 77-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Hidey Hole's green character against Lamp Black's purple — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 73.8, 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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Hidey Hole vs Lamp Black Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Hidey Hole on one side and Lamp Black 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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