Machine Green vs N391
Where Machine Green belongs to PPG's range, N391 is a Tikkurila color. Hue-wise, Machine Green belongs to the beige-green family and N391 to the beige-yellow family. N391 (LRV 38) reflects noticeably more light than Machine Green (LRV 33), a difference of 5 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 8.2 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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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Machine Green vs N391 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Machine Green on one side and N391 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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