Fern green vs Basque Green
Where Fern green belongs to RAL Classic's range, Basque Green is a Sherwin-Williams color. Hue-wise, Fern green belongs to the green-yellow family and Basque Green to the beige-green family. Fern green (LRV 16) reflects noticeably more light than Basque Green (LRV 11), a difference of 5 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 8.6 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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Fern green vs Basque Green Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Fern green on one side and Basque 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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