S 5040-G vs Mallard Green
S 5040-G (NCS) and Mallard Green (PPG) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, S 5040-G belongs to the blue-green family and Mallard Green to the green family. The 11-point LRV gap — 19 for Mallard Green vs 8 for S 5040-G — means Mallard Green will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 17.7 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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S 5040-G vs Mallard Green Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see S 5040-G on one side and Mallard 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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