Olive green vs Nettle
Olive green is a RAL Classic color while Nettle comes from Sherwin-Williams. Hue-wise, Olive green belongs to the green-yellow family and Nettle to the beige-greige family. With LRVs of 11 and 11, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. At ΔE 8.0, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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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Olive green vs Nettle Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Olive green on one side and Nettle 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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