Onyx vs Nocturnal Green
Onyx (PPG) and Nocturnal Green (Valspar) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Onyx belongs to the grey family and Nocturnal Green to the blue-green family. The 3-point LRV gap — 6 for Onyx vs 3 for Nocturnal Green — means Onyx will open up a space more effectively. ΔE 9.1 means they're clearly different, but not dramatically so — they'd pair well in the same room. 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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Onyx vs Nocturnal Green Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Onyx on one side and Nocturnal 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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