Obscura vs Pewter Green
Obscura (Little Greene) and Pewter Green (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Obscura belongs to the blue-grey family and Pewter Green to the green-grey family. The 43-point LRV gap — 55 for Obscura vs 12 for Pewter Green — means Obscura will open up a space more effectively. Where Obscura leans blue, Pewter Green reads neutral — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 38.5 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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Obscura vs Pewter Green Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Obscura on one side and Pewter 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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