Nettle vs Obsidian Green
Where Nettle belongs to PPG's range, Obsidian Green is a Little Greene color. Nettle (LRV 40) reflects noticeably more light than Obsidian Green (LRV 1), a difference of 39 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 64.3, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question.
Nettle vs Obsidian Green Color Comparison
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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