Lighter Mint vs Obi Lilac
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Hue-wise, Lighter Mint belongs to the green family and Obi Lilac to the grey family. Lighter Mint (LRV 80) reflects noticeably more light than Obi Lilac (LRV 39), a difference of 41 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean cool, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 30.6, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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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Lighter Mint vs Obi Lilac Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Lighter Mint on one side and Obi Lilac 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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