Yellow green vs Direct Green
Where Yellow green belongs to RAL Classic's range, Direct Green is a Sherwin-Williams color. Hue-wise, Yellow green belongs to the green-yellow family and Direct Green to the green family. Yellow green (LRV 28) reflects noticeably more light than Direct Green (LRV 19), a difference of 8 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 9.6 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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Yellow green vs Direct Green Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Yellow green on one side and Direct 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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