Pale Green vs Citronella
Pale Green is a RAL Classic color while Citronella comes from Sherwin-Williams. Hue-wise, Pale Green belongs to the green family and Citronella to the beige-yellow family. At LRV 41 vs 31, Citronella will read as the brighter of the two — a 10-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 59.7, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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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Pale Green vs Citronella Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Pale Green on one side and Citronella 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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