Middle Buff vs Kumquat
Middle Buff (Little Greene) and Kumquat (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. These are both beiges, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within beige to land. The 20-point LRV gap — 41 for Kumquat vs 22 for Middle Buff — means Kumquat will open up a space more effectively. Where Middle Buff leans red, Kumquat reads warm — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 18.8 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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Middle Buff vs Kumquat Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Middle Buff on one side and Kumquat 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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